- Develop your research skills if you are considering a career in health or social care research.
- Learn when it suits you through our distance learning approach, which is complemented by workshops at our campus.
- Benefit from our links with the NHS and social care services.
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University Rank:#35
Tuition FeeGBP 29,317 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
We require an honours first degree (Upper Second or above) or overseas equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved higher education institution. We may consider applicants with a Lower Second degree on the basis of documented evidence of exceptional innovative practice, practice leadership, service development, research projects and publications in your application.
We also require part-time students to have written support from their employer to go on the course and complete any necessary requirements.
English Program Requirements
International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system.
We ask for English language proof if you are from non-majority English speaking countries (a list of majority English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Home Office, can be found here).
Specifically, we require a minimum of:
- IELTS 7.0, with a score of 6.5 or above in each component
- TOEFL 623 paper based
- TOEFL 106 internet based (with a minimum score of 20 in each component)
- TOEFL 250 computer based
- GCSE English grade C
See further information about requirements for your country .
Career
Career opportunities
This course is designed for individuals who seek a research career or require research training as a constituent part of their current or future roles. It is also for researchers who want research training focused on health and social care.
The course provides a comprehensive education and training in health and social care research and is an excellent foundation for PhD study.
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Tuition Fee
29,317 / year
and Social Care, PGDip
The University of Manchester
United Kingdom, Manchester