United KingdomDoctoral / PhDMedicine & Health Sciences

PhD Health Sciences

University of York, York

Overview

A research degree in health sciences, taken over three years full time, with study areas linked to challenges in healthcare.

Entry requirements

Academic
You will require a 2:1 or higher in a previous degree. Most applicants are expected to have completed a master's degree (or international equivalent).
English language
IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component (Health Sciences, research degrees 2027/28). PTE Academic 67 and TOEFL 96 also listed.

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.