We are a leading centre for research in London for nursing, midwifery, allied health professions, public health and social care. 80% of our research into Allied Health Professions and Nursing was awarded the highest quality ratings of 4* or 3* for 'impact' in reach and significance (Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014).
Join us to benefit from our monthly doctoral support programme, where you can meet students at different points in their doctoral studies and benefit from peer support and sessions to support your learning. There are also development sessions organised by the Central Research Office for LSBU’s research students and a lively annual Summer School.
A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. It is distinct from a taught Masters in that your final output will be an extended dissertation or creative project relevant to your field of interest, rather than module-based coursework and exams.
Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.
ModeFull-time | Duration36 - 48 months | Start dateJanuary; April; September | Application code9002 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
ModePart-time | Duration48 - 72 months | Start dateJanuary; April; September | Application code9021 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
ModeDistance learning | Duration6 years | Start dateJanuary; April; September | Application code9053 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.
If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides. See our location page for more details.
Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:1 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level.
Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications.
If English is not your first language you will be required to prove your competency in English, showing an IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level. You will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone, prior to an offer being made.
If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you may need to apply to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for clearance from the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) in order to study this course. ATAS certificate is a requirement for enrolment at the University, you will need one if you are an international student applying to study for a postgraduate qualification in the UK and it is now a requirement for every Visa application. Please note, an ATAS certificate is not needed for you to submit an application for a course at LSBU and to receive an offer.
You can find more information about whether you will require this via the FCO website and in our MyLSBU guide to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme.
The process for obtaining an ATAS certificate can take some time so it is important that you check whether you need one as early as possible so that you can make your application for the certificate to obtain it in good time. Failure to produce a valid ATAS certificate could result in delays to receiving your CAS or we may be unable to enrol you at the University.
The CAH code for this course is CAH02-03-12.
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£4820.00
Tuition fees for home students
£16900.00
Tuition fees for international students
Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 1DS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 1PS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 1DS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 1DS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 1PS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 1PS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 2DS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 2PS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 2DS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 2DS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 2PS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 2PS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 3DS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 3PS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 3DS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 3DS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 3PS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 3PS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 4DS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 4PS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 4DS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 4DS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 4PS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 4PS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 5DS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 5PS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 5DS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £4820.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: 5DS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 5PS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £2892.00 | International fee: £10140.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: 5PS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: WUS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: WUS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: WUS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9053 | Session code: WUS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £25290.00 |
International: £25290.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: WUS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9021 | Session code: WUS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 1FS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 1FS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 1FS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 2FS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 2FS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 2FS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 3FS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 3FS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £4820.00 | International fee: £16900.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: 3FS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: WUS00 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: WUS10 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
UK fee: £1190.00 | International fee: £1190.00 |
AOS/LSBU code: 9002 | Session code: WUS20 |
Total course fee: |
UK: £15650.00 |
International: £51890.00 |
For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.
See our Tuition Fees Regulations (PDF File 391 KB) and Refund Policy (PDF File 775 KB).
The University reserves the right to increase its fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.
The fees for international students are reviewed annually and the University reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with the RPIX measure of inflation up to 4 per cent.
If you are starting a Masters course, studying either full- or part-time, you may be entitled to apply for a postgraduate study loan. Find out more at our postgraduate fees and funding section.
We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on funding your studies on the scholarships and fee discounts page.
Please check your fee status and whether you are considered a Home, EU or International student for fee-paying purposes and for our regulatory returns, by reading the UKCISA regulations.
Mode Full-time | Duration 36 - 48 months | Start date January; April; September | Application code 9002 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Mode Part-time | Duration 48 - 72 months | Start date January; April; September | Application code 9021 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Mode Distance learning | Duration 6 years | Start date January; April; September | Application code 9053 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system. Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.
See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).
Students should apply for accommodation at London South Bank University (LSBU) as soon as possible, once we have made an offer of a place on one of our academic courses. Read more about applying for accommodation at LSBU.
It's a good idea to think about how you'll pay university tuition and maintenance costs while you're still applying for a place to study. Remember – you don't need to wait for a confirmed place on a course to start applying for student finance. Read how to pay your fees as a postgraduate student.
Book a session with one of our specialist Postgraduate Advisors. Over a one on one Advice Session they'll advise you on postgraduate degrees at LSBU that match your interests and experience.
We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.
Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.
All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars.
When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas.
In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.
A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.
Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences to meet leading scientists in their fields and to present their research findings. The progress of all research students is formally monitored by the University's Research Degree Committee.