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Other PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 95 Other PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Embarking on a PhD in Nursing and Health invites candidates onto a journey of discovery and innovation at the intersection of clinical practice and healthcare research. These advanced degrees offer a unique platform for students to explore critical issues within nursing, public health, healthcare policy, and patient care outcomes.
Through PhDs in Nursing and Health, candidates have the opportunity to develop and implement research projects that aim to address pressing healthcare challenges, improve patient experiences, enhance healthcare delivery systems, and influence health policy. This path is not merely an academic pursuit; it’s a deeply impactful commitment to advancing the science of nursing and health, contributing to the creation of more efficient, equitable, and compassionate healthcare systems worldwide.
Why complete a PhD in Nursing and Health?
A PhD in Nursing and Health equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute significantly to the fields of nursing and healthcare. These programmes encourage candidates to engage with complex healthcare problems through rigorous research and analytical methods.
By focusing on areas such as health promotion, disease prevention, healthcare technology, and effective management of chronic conditions, researchers can drive forward innovations that have a direct impact on patient care and health outcomes. This level of academic enquiry not only enhances the academic foundation of nursing and health sciences but also bridges the gap between research and practical application, leading to evidence-based improvements in healthcare practices.
In terms of employment, earning a PhD in Nursing and Health opens up a broad spectrum of career opportunities beyond traditional nursing roles. Graduates are prepared to take on leadership positions in healthcare administration, where they can influence policy and decision-making. In academia, they contribute to the development of future nurses and healthcare professionals through teaching and mentorship, while also advancing research in the field.
The expertise gained through these programmes is also invaluable in consultancy roles, advising on healthcare strategies for public and private sector organisations. In addition, the comprehensive research skills and in-depth understanding of healthcare systems make PhD holders attractive to non-governmental organisations and global health bodies, where they can contribute to international health initiatives and policy development.
Examining risk factors for cognitive dysfunction in serious mental illness
Cognitive problems (e.g., impaired memory/attention) are a core yet often overlooked feature of serious mental illness (SMI). Currently, little is known about what contributes to the development of these problems and who is most at risk of experiencing them. Read more
Contactless vital signs and movement monitoring and brain development in extremely premature infants- a translational study
Currently used wired contact-based sensor system for vital sign monitoring in extremely premature babies, born before 28 weeks of pregnancy, could damage their skin and impede skin-skin contact with their parents, affecting parent-infant bonding. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Evaluating the reach and impact of the Childsmile programme: Scotland’s national child oral health improvement programme.
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Background. Child oral health in Scotland has improved over the last two decades however inequalities remain large with 41.6% of children in the most deprived areas having tooth decay compared to 14.2% in the least deprived areas. Read more
Health Technologies: Swansea Bay City Deal (SBCD) Digital Infrastructure Project Funded PhD Scholarship: SMART-AGE: Smart Wearable Technologies for an Inclusive Future
Health Technologies. Swansea Bay City Deal (SBCD) Digital Infrastructure Project Funded PhD Scholarship. SMART-AGE. Smart Wearable Technologies for an Inclusive Future. Read more
Establishing the needs of a holistic lifestyle intervention for patients on haemodialysis
Patients with end stage kidney disease receiving haemodialysis treatment have the highest rates of mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and symptom burden across all of the stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Read more
Advancing AI-Driven Robotics for Injury Rehabilitation Transform the Future of Medical Robotics with Cutting-Edge Research (Ref: UF-BS-2024)
Are you passionate about robotics, AI, and revolutionizing healthcare? This PhD opportunity offers the chance to pioneer advanced robotic systems that will redefine rehabilitation for brain injury patients. Read more
Transforming Lives PhD Studentships - Sheffield Hallam University: Understanding the role and value of community assets within local systems of art, culture and heritage
Are you passionate about the role local community assets play in the provision of arts, culture and heritage?. Are you committed to promoting equality diversity and inclusion through local community or social action?. Read more
Impairment of cerebral blood flow regulatory mechanisms in stroke: the influence of stroke sub-type, severity and location
Cerebral Haemodynamics in Ageing and Stroke Medicine (CHiASM) Research Group of the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences has an international reputation for leading research on cerebral haemodynamic alterations resulting from ischaemic and/or haemorrhagic stroke. Read more
Development of guidelines and resources to encourage and support exercise in pregnant women with pre-existing Type 2 Diabetes. MRC GW4 BioMed DTP PhD studentship 2025/26
Summary. A physically active pregnancy including regular exercise reduces pregnancy complications in women with pre-existing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and supports the health of mother and baby, but most women do not do enough exercise to get this benefit. Read more
Data Science Research in Health and Well-Being
The department has extensive expertise in data science applied to health and well-being. Read more
Explainable AI to ensure trust in clinical Decision Support Systems (ExAIDSS)
Technological breakthroughs have led to the development of sophisticated healthcare systems, but these will only become widely adopted if patients and healthcare professionals have confidence in their recommendations. Read more
Investigating weight loss in secondary care settings (Ref: SSEHS/CM01)
Approximately 30% of people are living with obesity, which is a risk factor for many health conditions that require secondary care and costs the NHS £6.1 billion/year. Read more
The development and evaluation of a social cooking intervention in places of worship
Background. People from South Asian ethnicity (SA) constitute 9.3% of the population in the most recent census data for the United Kingdom. Read more
Cultural adaptation of a digital health platform for patients with chronic kidney disease from a South Asian background
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major public health emergency. 7 million people in the UK have CKD, numbers are expected to increase over the next 10 years, with a major impact on the UK health economy (1). Read more