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  PhD in Sport and Health Sciences


 

 Self-Funded PhD Students Only

About the Programme

The University of Brighton’s research responds directly to the most pressing global challenges, with impact at the heart of our ambitions and success. Based on the south coast, an hour from London, we have built a reputation of research excellence and a dynamic, diverse and creative student community.

We look forward to applications for research degrees from all suitably qualified home, EU and international students.

Research and knowledge exchange in our School of Sport and Health Sciences addresses a wide range of strategically important local, national, and global societal challenges pertaining to sport, physical (in)activity, and health, wellbeing, and participation.

Our PhD programmes include: Health and wellbeing / Resilience, Nursing and midwifery, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy, and Sport and exercise science, and Sport and leisure cultures. You can find a list of our PhD disciplinary areas on our website.

Our work is characterised by the principles, approaches and values of applied scholarship, intervention, co-production, and social justice. The school is home to, and some of our research aligns with, three research groups:

These groups have regular meetings and events, contributing to a vibrant and active research community within the school for our staff, students, and external partners.

The school welcomes doctoral applications that align with the activities of these research groups and PhD programmes.

Our researchers and PhD students also link with many of the university research centres and our PhD students have been active members of these, including

Find the support you need at the university of Brighton.

The professional development and progression of our doctoral students is our priority. Our doctoral training programme and vibrant research environment will help you develop your knowledge and skills to become a competent and confident early career researcher. From research plan to viva, our workshops and specialist staff guide doctoral students through the major milestones of their PhD. The University of Brighton has a community of around 500 doctoral students of diverse ages, experiences and backgrounds. Full-time and part-time options for home-based students help balance work and life commitments.

The city of Brighton and Hove

Brighton and Hove is a vibrant and creative seaside city on the South-East coast of the United Kingdom. By train, it is only one hour away from London, 30 minutes away from London's Gatwick Airport and 90 minutes away from London's Heathrow Airport, attracting visitors and students to a growing international population. The city's progressive attitudes mean it leads the way in arts, creative technology, sexuality and gender studies and issues, as well as environmental and sustainable education and policy.

How to Apply

You will need to submit a detailed research proposal to your application for a self-funded position. This proposal will need to be appropriate to the level of study (PhD) and suitable for the University of Brighton – Most importantly, we must ensure we have the right supervisors/experts for your project and we have all the resources in place so you receive the support you need.

To develop your research idea, we therefore recommend you approach one of our researchers who may become your lead supervisor. For the five steps leading to a PhD application at the University of Brighton, information on tuition fees and funding, entry requirements and deadlines, visit our PhD application website.

Alternatively, your application may outline your suitability for an advertised funded research project as detailed on our PhD funding and opportunities page.

For more information

FAQ: Brighton as a city and the University of Brighton as a place to study

FAQ: PhD funding UK for overseas students, visas and language requirements

FAQ: Support and facilities during your PhD studies


Funding Notes

The PhD opportunities on this programme do not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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