Program Overview
The Research Applied Health Studies at De Montfort University is a MRes programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Research Applied Health Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leicester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Research Applied Health Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Designs in Health
- Research Dilemmas and Strategies
- Making Sense of Quantitative and Qualitative Data
- Advanced Statistics and Data Analysis
- Research Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
- A good 2:1 Honours degree or above in a relevant subject
- A good 2:2 Honours degree or above plus relevant professional experience
- A portfolio of professional qualifications and/or academic qualifications of equivalent standing to an Honours degree
- An appropriate Postgraduate Diploma at a good standard
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact De Montfort University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About De Montfort University
De Montfort University
Leicester, England
De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a public university in the city of Leicester, England. It was established in accordance with the Further and Higher Education Act in 1992 as a degree...
University Profile- Application Deadline 4 September 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months