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University of Leicester: Applied Health Research
| Institution | University of Leicester View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Medical and Social Care Education |
| Web | le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates |
| mresahr@le.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 252 5402 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Research into health and healthcare is essential for:
- understanding the causes, presentation and management of health conditions
- informing the development and evaluation of innovative health technologies, treatments, care pathways and services
- informing health policy decision making
Our course will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills needed for health and healthcare research. You will be based within the Department of Health Sciences which has an international reputation for innovative research in public health, biostatistics, epidemiology and healthcare improvement. You will learn from researchers actively involved in tackling current health challenges and contributing to health policy and clinical practice changes.
Our course combines research principles combined with practical examples of how novel research can be applied in real life health care settings. Our ongoing portfolio of research means that the curriculum and all your course materials will be relevant and based on the latest insights and understanding into current health care challenges.
You will receive a comprehensive grounding in research methods, while developing key transferable skills in research practice, critical appraisal, academic writing, project management, communication and presentation of research, and research management, policy, governance and ethics.
We offer different options for your study: the Masters in Research (MRes) can be taken full-time over one year or part-time over two years. You also have the option for a Postgraduate Certificate, which includes the modules but not the dissertation, which is available part-time over one year.
The teaching is arranged in blocks to give you the flexibility to fit study around your existing work commitments. This flexible course is ideal for social scientists, researchers and those preparing for a PhD as well as intercalating medical students, clinical staff, healthcare Improvement and laboratory scientists.
Master of Research - MRes
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Relevant 2:1 degree (or equivalent). IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Relevant 2:1 degree (or equivalent). IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Relevant 2:1 degree (or equivalent). IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Relevant 2:1 degree (or equivalent). IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
About the University of Leicester
Why Study Here?
The University of Leicester is renowned for world-class research and teaching. Named University of the Year 2025 (Daily Mail) and shortlisted for University of the Year (Times Higher Education 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), it offers globally recognised degrees.
The University is celebrated for ground-breaking discoveries including genetic fingerprinting and the discovery of King Richard III. A leader in UK space research for 60+ years, it has developed instruments for six active mission – more than any UK university. Research excellence is …
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