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Postgraduate Health Sciences

Let's advance the future of healthcare together

The Department of Health Sciences at York provides a vibrant, multidisciplinary learning environment with a broad spectrum of programmes in public health, health sciences and health services research.

Our programmes have been designed around the particular strengths and experience of the academics within the department and reflect the latest research in health and healthcare.

Our taught Masters courses

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Our research degrees

We also offer the following research degrees:

Why study Health Sciences at York

=1st in the UK
for ‘Academic Support’ among universities included for nursing (non specific) in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS).
Facilities
Develop your skills in our Clinical Simulation Unit with access to simulated patient settings, simulated patients and 'live' actors to enhance the practical components of our courses.
Expert speakers
Expert speakers are a great feature of our courses. We use them to bring in specialist knowledge to enhance your knowledge base and understanding.
5th in the UK
for General Nursing according to the Guardian University Guide 2026
Four student chatting and laughing whilst walking away from the lake on Campus West.

Masters Taster Day

Wednesday 18 March 2026, 10am to 4pm GMT

Find your future at York. Join us on campus to meet your academic department, speak to student services and hear postgraduate presentations.

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I feel like I have found my place on campus and in the city in a way that makes me feel supported and able to succeed. I am motivated by knowledgeable and inspiring instructors, keen and caring supervisors, and a supportive environment.
Camila, Masters in Public Health. Read Camila's blog post.

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