University of Portsmouth

PhD Health informatics postgraduate research degrees

University of Portsmouth

Course overview

The PhD in Health Informatics at the University of Portsmouth is for students who want to use technology to improve healthcare. This course helps you understand how to manage and use health data to support doctors, nurses, and patients. You will learn to work with health information systems and do research that makes healthcare safer, faster, and better. This PhD is perfect for people who enjoy both healthcare and computer science.

During this PhD program, students will choose a topic that mixes health and technology. They can either work on ways to help hospitals use digital tools or study how data can help predict diseases. You will get a research supervisor to guide you during your studies and research. The University of Portsmouth works with hospitals, health companies, and tech groups to give you real experience. You will also attend workshops to improve your research, writing, and computer skills.

Students will learn mostly by doing your research, which includes reading, collecting data, and creating new ideas. Your supervisor will help you stay on track and make sure you are learning well. You will have to write a research paper called a thesis at the end of your programme. Students will also have to talk about their research to a group of experts, and if they find the work to be excellent, they will get their PhD.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • You need an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a master’s degree in an appropriate subject. 
  • Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered. 

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you'll need to demonstrate English proficiency with a minimum IELTS band of 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • GREAT Scholarships

    The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.

    Up to £10,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sport Scholarships

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  • Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

With a PhD in Health Informatics from Portsmouth University, you can work in many different job roles, such as

  • Health Data Analyst
  • Clinical Informatics Specialist
  • Health IT Project Manager
  • Digital Health Consultant
  • Research Scientist in Health Tech
  • University Lecturer

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic session, the annual tuition fee to study this course full-time is  £19,200 for international students.

Admission

To apply for the Portsmouth University PhD in Health Informatics, applicants can apply directly on the school website. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.

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