Social Policy and Professional Studies

By choosing this Social Policy and Professional Studies programme offered by University of Hull you will be joining a vibrant and supportive research community.

A PhD is the ultimate form of student-centred learning. This Social Policy and Professional Studies Social Policy and Professional Studies programme at University of Hull University of Hull is for nurses, midwives and related professionals who wish to undertake a complex and original independent research project under the guidance of an experienced academic supervisor. It is aimed at professionals who wish to develop advanced research skills to become independent researchers, or those who wish to pursue a career in higher education.

Features 

• We are a rapidly expanding faculty with more than 115 academic staff, with diverse research interests and methodological expertise in many qualitative and quantitative research techniques. Our growing community of full- and part-time research students benefits from the guidance of a strong team of committed and experienced supervisors and a lively and supportive research setting.

Curriculum: 

• Psychological impact of pregnancy and childbirth
• Complementary methods in maternity settings
• Perinatal mental health
• Psycho-sexual health
• Sex education and sexual health awareness in care settings
• Asexuality