Key information Duration Full-time: 36 months Part-time: 72 months Start dates & application deadlines Starting February 2027 — Apply anytime.
Starting April 2027 — Apply anytime. Starting October 2027 — Application deadline not specified. The university accepts applications all year round, but it suggests applying 2–3 months before your chosen start date. Language English Duolingo English Test: 120 TOEFL iBT: 91 PTE Academic: 65 IELTS: 6.5 Delivered On Campus, Online Campus Location Portsmouth, United Kingdom Disciplines Health Informatics Overview Use data to improve care and decision-making, and contribute to research helping health and care providers use information more wisely to save time, improve clinical accuracy and inform better standards of treatment alongside the Health Informatics course at University of Portsmouth. Why choose this course? Practice-informed expertise and connections Learn from researchers with NHS IT experience, strong links with universities and professional bodies, and partnerships across global industry. Expert support, every step You’ll work closely with your supervisory team and have access to researcher training and development through the Doctoral College that will help you plan your project, sharpen your methods and build your researcher confidence. Advanced technical strengths and facilities Develop your work with expertise spanning mathematical and computer modelling, data analysis, AI, and VR/AR applications in health, and access specialist clinical and simulation facilities. Programme Structure Research areas include: Applied Health Informatics — We're researching the effective design and use of IT in health and social care to improve how practitioners communicate with patients and to promote patient wellbeing Clinical Outcome Modelling — We're developing and evaluating mathematical and computer models, and collaborating with the NHS, to help make accurate healthcare predictions using health data science. Explore our clinical outcome modelling research. Ambient Assisted Living — We're exploring the use of technology in people’s daily lives to promote independence and wellbeing Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: Upper Second Class English requirements Duolingo English Test: 120 TOEFL iBT: 91 PTE Academic: 65 IELTS: 6.5 Other requirements General requirements The entry requirements for a PhD, MPhil or Professional Doctorate include an upper second class 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. All applicants are subject to interview. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International (Non-residents): 37,968 AUD / year ≈ 19,950 GBP / year Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,969 AUD / year ≈ 5,238 GBP / year Additional Details UK Part-time (incl. distance learning): £2,619/year Int & EU Full-time (incl. distance learning): £19,950/year Part-time (incl. distance learning): £9,975/year Living costs Portsmouth, United Kingdom: 1,351–2,092 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
