Vulnerable groups in healthcare PhD

Program Overview

This MSc by Research, MPhil, or PhD program in Vulnerable Groups in Healthcare focuses on research in mental and physical health/wellbeing, aiming to address societal and medical needs. Students conduct original research under expert supervision, developing advanced research skills and knowledge to contribute to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations. The program offers flexible study options, a comprehensive researcher development program, and potential career paths in academia, research, government, or the private sector.

Program Outline

Program Extractions: Vulnerable Groups in Healthcare MSc by Research, MPhil, PhD

Degree Overview:

Overview:

This program focuses on research within the field of mental and physical health/wellbeing. It aims to address societal and medical needs through various research methodologies across diverse contexts.

Objectives:

• To enable students to conduct original, independent research within the field of vulnerable groups in healthcare.
• To develop advanced research skills and knowledge.

Program Description:

• The program offers flexible study options, allowing students to pursue an MSc by Research, MPhil, or PhD.
• Students work closely with expert supervisors to develop their research projects.
• The program provides a comprehensive researcher development program tailored to individual needs and career aspirations.
• Research areas include:
• Counselling and mental health
• Health-related biomolecular and genetic research
• Research ethics and statistical modelling

Outline:

Program Content:

• The program focuses on research within the field of vulnerable groups in healthcare.
• Students will design and conduct their own original research projects.
• The program also includes coursework in research methods, ethics, and statistics.

Structure:

• The program is offered full-time or part-time.
• Full-time students complete the program in 1 year (MSc), 2 years (MPhil), or 3 years (PhD).
• Part-time students complete the program in 2 years (MSc), 4 years (MPhil), or 6 years (PhD).

Course Schedule:

• The program schedule is flexible and tailored to individual research projects.
• Students will typically meet with their supervisors on a regular basis.
• The program also includes workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Modules:

• Research Methods: This module covers various research methods used in healthcare research, including quantitative and qualitative approaches.
• Ethics in Healthcare Research: This module explores ethical considerations in research involving vulnerable populations.
• Statistical Modelling for Healthcare Research: This module provides students with the skills to analyze and interpret healthcare data.
• Specific modules related to the chosen research area (e.g., Counselling and Mental Health, Health-related Biomolecular and Genetic Research).

Assessment:

• Thesis: Students are required to submit a thesis based on their research project.
• Viva voce examination: Students will defend their thesis in an oral examination.
• Coursework: Students may also be assessed through coursework assignments and presentations.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods: The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual supervision.
• Faculty: The program is taught by experienced researchers in the field of vulnerable groups in healthcare.
• Unique approaches: The program emphasizes a student-centered learning approach, with a strong focus on independent research and critical thinking.

Careers:

• Potential career paths: Graduates of the program may pursue careers in academia, research, government, or the private sector.
• Career opportunities:
• Academic researcher
• Research scientist
• Policy analyst
• Healthcare consultant
• Career outcomes: The program prepares graduates for leadership roles in research and policy development within the field of vulnerable groups in healthcare.

Other:

• The program is part of Abertay University's Graduate School.
• The program is open to students from all backgrounds.
• The program offers a variety of scholarships and funding opportunities.