Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting October 2027 — Apply before Mar 2027
- Starting January 2028 — Apply before Jun 2027
The majority of our students enrol in October. We offer further enrolment points in January and April.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Health Sciences
Overview
The Health Professions programme is offered at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Join a thriving research community
Our start well, live well, age well mission brings together researchers across disciplines.
Benefit from our advanced facilities
Labs feature a 400 MHz nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer and a tandem liquid chromatography/mass spectrometer.
Maintain your clinical practice
Postgraduate clinicians can get involved in the Manchester Movement Unit while working on research projects.
Get personal and professional training
We provide a comprehensive development programme for doctoral students.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Biomechanics
- Clinical and economic outcomes
- Musculoskeletal health and wellbeing, including spine, shoulder and knee
- Neurology
- Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Other requirements
General requirements:
- To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification.
- International doctoral students must have strong English language skills.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees. Applies to you — Non-residents: 42,480 AUD / year (approx. 22,500 GBP / year).
Domestic
Tuition fee for the domestic students. Applies to you — Citizens or residents: 9,889 AUD / year (approx. 5,238 GBP / year).
Additional Details
International: Part-time fee per year - £11,250.
Living costs
Manchester, United Kingdom: 1,218-2,260 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Health Professions.