PhD Health and Social Care

Tuition is 19,530 GBP per year.

At the heart of the Centre for Applied Health and Social Care Research (CARe), you will join a vibrant community dedicated to producing internationally excellent research that directly influences patient care, service delivery, and public health policy. This PhD programme offers a unique environment where your doctoral project is embedded within one of nine specialized research groupings, ranging from Cancer Care and Mental Health to Lifestyle, Exercise & Nutrition Improvement.

You will work alongside active researchers and industry partners, benefiting from access to state-of-the-art facilities like the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre at the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park. The programme is designed for those who want to move beyond theory to tackle real-world challenges in health and social care. Whether you are investigating diagnostic imaging or long-term conditions, you will receive bespoke supervision and access to a comprehensive suite of doctoral training sessions, ensuring you develop the high-level research and transferable skills necessary for a career in academia, clinical leadership, or strategic health policy.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.