Clinical and Health Research (MRes)

    Clinical and Health Research (MRes)

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 41,958 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Clinical and Health Research (MRes)

    About

    Develop the expertise for a successful clinical academic career, research management role, or further research training on our flexible MRes Clinical and Health Research [masters] programme. This programme adopts a broad definition of clinical and health research that encompasses health services research, public health, management of diseases and conditions, epidemiological studies, clinical trials, experimental medicine, and translational research. This master's [course] at the University of Southampton will give you the knowledge and skills you need to work in all aspects of clinical, healthcare or academic research.

    You can choose to study this course either full-time or part-time across 2-5 years and at a PGCert, PGDip or master's level.

    We have a strong global reputation for research excellence, as well as the latest facilities and leading academics to support it.

    Our teaching staff for this programme includes:

    • world-renowned clinical academics
    • medical sociologists
    • health psychologists
    • epidemiologists
    • health service researchers

    It is all these things together that help make this one of the leading programmes of its kind anywhere in the world.

    We have designed this master's clinical and health research for people who want to move into senior clinical roles, including those in leadership and research. It will also help you develop skills that will assist your doctoral studies if you choose to take this option.

    Early career healthcare professionals can apply for the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) South Central INSIGHT Programme (SCIP).

    Flexible study

    If you prefer, you can apply to study this course as:

    • a part-time master's - study the same course content over 2 or more years
    • a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) - you'll usually study for around 15 weeks and will not need to write a dissertation
    • a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - you'll usually study for around 30 weeks and will not need to write a dissertation

    You can also take a single module as part of continuing professional development (CPD). Explore modules that are available as CPD

    Your modules and fees may vary if you choose a different study option.

    We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.

    Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).

    Course lead

    Dr Leire Ambrosio is your course lead.
    If you have a question about the course, you can contact Leire directly: [email protected]

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You'll need a 2:2 degree in a subject such as:

    • nursing
    • medicine
    • biological sciences
    • psychology
    • sociology
    • midwifery
    • dentistry
    • physiotherapy
    • podiatry
    • occupational therapy

    Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country.

    The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) has introduced a pre-doctoral personal award scheme. If you wish to apply for this, you can visit the NIHR website for more information.

    Please contact Dr Leire Ambrosio if you intend to undertake some or all of the MRes programme as a component of a pre-doctoral award.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:

    IELTS score requirements

    overall score
    6.5
    reading
    6.0
    writing
    6.0
    speaking
    6.0
    listening
    6.0
    We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.

    Career

    Careers

    This programme is suitable if you want to take up a:

    • clinical academic career
    • doctoral studies
    • research management role in a clinical research setting
    • related clinical and health research role

    The course is ideal for healthcare practitioners including:

    • nurses
    • midwives
    • allied healthcare professionals (AHPs)
    • healthcare scientists
    • doctors

    It is also suitable if you don’t have a health professional qualification, but have relevant academic qualifications and are hoping to work in clinical and health research environments.

    Careers services at Southampton

    We're a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:

    • work experience schemes
    • CV/resume and interview skills workshops
    • networking events
    • careers fairs attended by top employers
    • a wealth of volunteering opportunities
    • study abroad and summer school opportunities

    We have a thriving entrepreneurship culture. You'll be able to take advantage of:

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    41,958 / year
    Clinical and Health Research (MRes)
    University of Southampton
    University of Southampton
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Southampton

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