Course info

Improving health and social care services would not be possible without well-trained researchers. Our MRes Health Research is perfect for anyone wishing to pursue a career in health research or study for a PhD. It’s perfect for those who want to make an impact on the health and social care sector with high quality research. It’s suitable for diverse backgrounds including: medicine nursing midwifery allied health social work social and natural sciences Gain research skills relevant to the health sector You'll be supported by a multidisciplinary team of experienced researchers and health professionals. The course covers: research methodologies; how to conduct health research; the ethics and application of these methods. Flexible design to suit your research needs This course is designed for both novice and experienced researchers. It’s entirely online, giving you the freedom to work around your personal and professional commitments. You can study most MRes Health Research modules as standalone Continuing Professional Development (CPD) short courses. Practical skills with work placement We focus on the knowledge, skills and techniques necessary to conduct high-quality research. The Research in Practice module gives you experience of working within a research team. You will also be allocated to a research project. You will be able to deliver immediate impact for your employers with your new knowledge and skills.; You can study the following modules as stand-alone CPD short courses: Qualitative Research and Analysis Quantitative Research and Analysis Research Ethics and Governance Skills for Knowledge Enquiry Study Design for Health Research Contact Admissions on postgraduate.admissionsstir.ac.uk if you are interested in studying: a module from this course the Postgraduate Certificate the Postgraduate Diploma These modules can link into appraisal systems such as the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework to help you record your professional development as you study.