MRes Health Research (Online)

The aim of our MRes Health Research programme is to develop skilled and knowledgeable researchers, able to understand and apply a full range of research methods and approaches to conducting research in health. We focus on equipping you with a combination of skills and experience, as well as placing an emphasis on developing confidence in both independent study and working as part of a team.

This MRes has been designed to be suitable for both novice and experienced researchers. No matter what your level of expertise may be, we will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to prepare for a career in research or to study for a PhD.

This course meets the requirements for the ESRC 1+3 awards, which means prospective students are eligible to apply for a studentship providing funding for a one-year research training Masters linked to a three-year PhD. Prospective applicants should apply approximately one year in advance of their intended start date.

Read more at the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science website.

The Research in Practice module will give you experience of working within a research team. Students are allocated to research projects and these can also be completed remotely. Some students opt to spend some time on campus to benefit from the full experience. 

Most of the modules on our MRes Health Research are available to study individually as part of your continuing professional development (CPD). UK/EU and overseas students can study a 20-credit module for £667.

For further information see the modules on the course details section or visit the MRes Health Research CPD page.  

If you’re interested in studying one or more of them you can also email graduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk to discuss your course of study.

If you’re interested in studying a module from this course, the Postgraduate Certificate or the Postgraduate Diploma then please email Graduate Admissions to discuss your course of study.

Our Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport was ranked 1^st in Scotland for Health Sciences in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2014) – highlighting our commitment to producing world-leading research that improves healthcare and reduces health inequalities on a global and local scale.

This course benefits from considerable staff expertise in online learning.  All lectures are delivered as podcasts or recorded in real time with student participation. Additionally, ‘virtual classroom’ sessions offer the opportunity for students to engage in discussions, ask questions and collaborate on tasks.  

Online teaching sessions are delivered in the evenings (UK time), but are recorded to allow those who are unable to attend to catch up at a later time. Students will also access resources such as workbooks, electronic reading lists and online assignment submission and marking. As a fully online experience, this course offers the flexibility to study at your own time and wherever you are in the world. 

You’ll be assessed in a variety of areas, including:

• essay-based assignments
• verbal presentations
• writing analytical research reports
• completing data analysis exercises
• producing reflective reports/journaling

Each 20 credit module requires around 200 hours of study time, including lectures, independent study and assignment preparation.

Dr Fiona Harris

+44 (0)1786 466104

fiona.harris1@stir.ac.uk

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Fully funded places

Fully funded places are available on this course through the ESRC. Details can be found on the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science website.

Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan

This course is currently approved for Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan funding from the Student Awards Agency Scotland.

We aim to be as flexible as possible, and offer a wide range of payment methods - including the option to pay fees by instalments. Learn more about how to pay

I applied to study for the Master of Research in Health Research chiefly because my work experience and career plan aligns with what the course offers. The modules and teaching approaches offered by the University of Stirling through the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport seemed like the perfect fit for me because the programme greatly improved my previous knowledge and subsequently Job skills. The knowledge gained and applied where I currently work has earned me employer’s recognition and promotion.

Samuel O Ikani, Nigeria
MRes Health Research 2014

You’ll develop a wide range of transferable skills during your studies that will boost your career opportunities, including:

• Team-working
• IT skills
• Literature searching
• Critical appraisal
• Presentation skills
• Writing and data analysis

The MRes team consists of experienced health professionals and social scientists. Through their work they collaborate with various national and international bodies.