Midwifery PhD

Our research has a truly international outlook and wide-ranging impacts on society, the economy, health and welfare, culture, public policy and the environment. The School of Health Sciences commands a reputation for world-leading research and education, 96percentage of the school's research was ranked as internationally excellent or world leading (REF 2021), with Times Higher Education ranking us joint 4th for research quality. The QS World University Rankings (2025) ranked the University of Nottingham 15th in Northern Europe and 24th in Europe. A PhD in Midwifery allows you to extend your body of knowledge about nursing as you become a successful independent researcher within this field of study. Our research is carried out in collaboration with clinical partners, global research centres and healthcare organisations. We have a dedicated Centre for Evidence Based Healthcare that works with our research groups and healthcare partners to provide methodological input, evidence synthesis and training. We welcome all applications that align with the research interests of our staff and research groups. Prior to submitting an application, please identify and contact a relevant supervisor.

2:1 (or international equivalent) at undergraduate level and a minimum of a merit (or international equivalent) at masters level.