Professional Doctorate in Health at the University of Bath

The Doctor of Health (DHealth) at the University of Bath is a part-time distance learning programme, designed specifically to help develop research and leadership skills in health and social care.

By utilising web-based delivery blended with Summer Schools (typically five days in length), the programme aims to meet the learning needs of busy health and social care practitioners.

“The platform that’s used for conducting research and interacting with the tutors is really quite an excellent one.”
Kunle Odetoyinbo, Professional Doctorate in Health graduate

You will be able to:

• choose your learning style within a flexible environment while benefiting from a multi-professional community
• learn about research methods and conduct independent research whilst remaining in your practice area
• expand your understanding of policy and practice in the context of international healthcare systems and service

Find out more about our course

Summer School

A Summer School is held once a year online. You will be expected to attend the online Summer School in September at the beginning of your first year (phase 1) and at the beginning of your second year (phase 2).

Time required for study

We recognise that many of our students are in demanding full-time health or social care jobs. The Professional Doctorate in Health is designed to be flexible and supportive in order to accommodate these demands. Students commit approximately 15 hours per-week (on average) to their studies.

DHealth application deadlines

31 July 2025 for home and overseas students.

If you have any questions about the course, please contact our admissions team:

Email: doctoraladmissions@bath.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1225 385949