Embark on your academic journey with the Allied Health Studies Masters Degree at the University of Worcester, a programme designed for aspiring researchers passionate about advancing practice and knowledge within allied health disciplines. This postgraduate course is ideal if you are seeking to deepen your expertise in areas such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, or mental health and social care, contributing to critical research that addresses contemporary health and wellbeing challenges. You will join a vibrant research community, benefiting from the extensive professional and personal experience of our academic staff, who cover a broad spectrum of allied health fields.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme, typically completed over two years, centres around developing your independent research capabilities. You will work closely with a dedicated supervisory team, including a Director of Studies, to refine your research proposal and conduct your project. Throughout your studies, you will engage with modules from our Researcher Development Programme, focusing on approaches to research and planning your project. Year-on-year, you will progress through annual reviews, data collection, and thesis writing, culminating in a viva voce examination. You will graduate with advanced research skills, prepared for careers in academia, clinical research, or leadership roles within allied health services.