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PhD of Healthcare Sciences
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Two-year transfer-oriented Associate of Science programme in Healthcare Sciences at SLCC.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Healthcare Sciences. Apply knowledge in areas including two-year AS in Healthcare Sciences. Students follow a graduation path agreed with an. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Transfer to a four-year bachelor's programme
- workforce entry in the field
Curriculum
- Two-year AS in Healthcare Sciences. Students follow a graduation path agreed with an advisor and tracked in DegreeWorks. The area's suggested first five classes give 15 transferable credits: HS 2050 (Cultural
- Legal and Ethical Issues for Health Sciences)
- ENG 1010
- COMM 2110
- MATH 1040 and PSY 1100. The programme-specific course list is in the SLCC catalog.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Applicants should normally hold a 2:1 degree or the equivalent in a field relevant to the particular project
- Additional academic criteria: Varies by school and programme
- Research proposal and a supervisor are normally needed for self-funded applications.
Accepted academic background
Good honours degree and/or master's degree in a relevant subject (set by each school)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 69
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal
- Academic CV
How to apply
- Review the Healthcare Sciences admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Prepare a research proposal and contact a potential supervisor where the program requires one. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £36,700 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cardiff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Healthcare Sciences |
| Department | School of Healthcare Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Healthcare Sciences. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
216 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £36,700 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 69. An interview is required.

