Health Professions Research
MPhil PhD
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
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About the course
The Clinical Research Centre (CRC) for the Health Professions brings together research in the disciplines of occupational therapy, physiotherapy and podiatry; we also have a strand of osteopathic research. The centre is headed up by Professor Ann Moore Director of the Clinical Research Centre for Health Professions and the activities of the CRC are steered by the School of Health Professions Research Strategy Committee consisting of academic staff representing the three professions based within the School of Health Professions. The group plans research strategic developments, to develop collaborative work and foster links with outside agencies and other research centres within the university as well as planning grant applications.
Significant growth in our research performance has been demonstrated since the development of the CRC in 1994 culminating in 55% of our research activity being rated as internationally recognised or internationally excellent in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. Currently over 50% of the academic staff are engaged in research activities which utilise a range of research approaches and methodologies within quantitative and qualitative paradigms. A particular strength of the Clinical Research Centre is its multidisciplinary approach to research drawing on parallels of multidisciplinary work undertaken in the clinical setting. We have well established links with other research centres in the university including sport science, pharmacy, nursing and midwifery and the Brighton & Sussex Medical School. We also have links externally with NHS Trusts, higher education institutions both nationally and internationally and industrial companies.
Research takes place within three major themes : Applied Clinical and Laboratory Based Research, which includes laboratory based research, musculoskeletal research in particular research relating to the spine, Osteopathic research and research that involves posture and mobility. Our second research group is: The Wellbeing, Health and Occupation Research Group, which focuses on creativity in health, healthy aging and occupational science. Our third group is the Applied Pedagogic Research Group which focuses on: teaching and learning experiences, work based learning, patient education and problem based learning.
We have dedicated technical support and heavy investment in information technology and state of the art research tools. Out laboratory bases equipment includes the Vicon system, CODA system, Biodex Isokinetic dynamometer, Musgrave footprint, video, video digitising system, balance performance monitor, video digitising system, balance performance monitor, ultrasound imaging and 8 channel logger EMG facility, we also have a Metamax for respiratory function analysis. All housed in a purpose-built laboratory which provides an excellent environment for human movement and functional analysis.
In addition to the academic staff of the School of Health Professions the Clinical Research Centre employs a reader, five research fellows, five research officers and two administrators. Currently there are 23 PhD 15 Doctoral students. Regular workshops, presentations, seminars and meetings between staff and student ensure a lively enthusiastic and friendly research culture.
The Clinical Research Centre has until recently been the host organisation of the National Council for Osteopathic Research and is the host organisation for the Allied Health Professions Research Network.
Typical entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2014. Entry requirements for students thinking about starting a course in 2013 can be found in the online prospectus. Individual offers may vary
For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.
What's included in the fee?
When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.
You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.
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Health Professions (MPhil) (Full time) [L2AC010] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,420 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP Health Professions (PhD) (Full time) [L2AA010] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,420 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP -
Location
Location
Eastbourne Eastbourne is a thriving town which offers traditional seaside attractions, modern nightlife, good shopping and a wide range of sporting activities. It’s one of the sunniest places in the UK.
Our Eastbourne campus is located at the foot of the South Downs National Park, about ten minutes walk from the seafront and 20 minutes from the pier and Eastbourne town centre. Almost 3,000 students are based here.
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Living in Eastbourne
Eastbourne’s buzzing university community and compact town gives it a laid back and friendly feel. The town combines the traditional seaside attractions with modern nightlife, a wide range of sporting activities and an exciting arts scene.
Social scene
The student community in Eastbourne ensures it has a thriving social scene, with dedicated student nights at many of the town’s pubs and clubs. Eastbourne’s expanding nightlife includes trendy cocktail bars, laid-back country pubs and modern nightclubs.
Arts
The striking Towner contemporary art museum in Eastbourne features international exhibitions as well as a permanent art collection. Eastbourne's six theatres give you a chance to see West End musicals, touring shows, live music and comedy.
Sports
Eastbourne has long been the home of pre-Wimbledon tennis tournaments at Devonshire Park. Eastbourne also hosts an extreme sports festival and the Beachy Head Marathon that takes place across the South Downs National Park.
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Career opportunities
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