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Integrated PhDs

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Doing research differently.

Considering doing a PhD but need to brush up your research skills?  If you don't have a Masters degree, or have little research training, then an integrated PhD could be perfect for you. 

An integrated PhD will take at least 4 years, and the first year will be mostly taught study where you focus on honing your research skills.  Thereon, you will step into the PhD element of the course where you will focus on your chosen are in depth.  Frequently asked questions about standard integrated PhDs (including funding questions) can be found here.

In the School of Health and Social Care, we have a several integrated PhDs on offer, with varying pathways so we can tailor your course to your needs:

 We also offer PhDs without the integration.  You can find more about these on our Research Degrees page.

Integrated PhD - standard pathways

What is it and how long would it take?

The Integrated PhD (standard) pathway is made up of 1 year of Masters study followed by 12 active terms of PhD study.  The PhD study can be completed in 3-4 years full time, or 6 -7 years part time.

What final award would I receive?

On successful completion of the course, you would receive a PhD.  If you were to leave the course after the first year, you may be eligible for a Masters (subject to successful completion of enough credits).

Who can choose this pathway?

This pathway is open to any student, subject to meeting the entry requirements.  The entry requirement for this pathway is less rigorous than for a PhD, so this may be suitable for you if you are not eligible for a PhD.  Please check the course pages for further information.

When is the deadline to apply?

This programme has an October and a January intake.  The applications for both follow the normal University of Essex cycle.  Further information about application deadlines are available here.

What is the admissions process?  Do I need a research proposal?

You are welcome to submit a research proposal as part of your application.   Full information about the application process including research proposal guidance, and what to expect at each stage is available here.

In addition to a research proposal, we may ask you to meet with us to interview for your place.


Integrated PhD with Research and Communications Skills

What is it and how long would it take?

The Integrated PhD (with Research and Communications Skills) pathway is made up of 1 year of preparatory modules, followed by 12 active terms of PhD.  The PhD study can be completed in 3-4 years full time, or 6 -7 years part time.

Integrated PhD with Research and Communications Skills

On successful completion of the course, you would receive a PhD.  If you were to leave the course after the first year, you may be eligible for a PG diploma or PG certificate (subject to successful completion of enough credits).

Who can choose this pathway?  What are the entry criteria?

This pathway has been designed for international students, students from the EU, or any student where English is not their first language.

Applicants who apply for the Integrated PhD (standard) pathway, but do not meet the English Language level entry requirements will be considered for this pathway instead.

Applicants for this programme should meet the PhD academic criteria.  Please see the course pages for further information.

When is the deadline to apply?

Applications for this programme will not follow the standard University of Essex application deadlines.  Due to sponsorship requirements, you will need to apply in the autumn or spring in the year prior to starting with us - further information about deadlines will be available soon.  You will need to have received your offer by the first week of May for both the following October and January starts.

What is the admissions process?  Do I need a research proposal?

You are welcome to submit a research proposal as part of your application, but this is not a requirement.  Within your first year, you will spend time developing a full research proposal and will receive departmental support.  Full information about the application process including research proposal guidance, and what to expect at each stage is available here.

In addition to your application, we may ask you to meet with us to interview for your place.

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