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Research Methods for Health

Learn to design and carry out healthcare research projects. Study part-time with active health researchers at an award-winning health sciences university. 10% NHS staff discount.

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This indicative cost is based on 30 credits of study per term, starting in September 2024.

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Teaching starts 23 September 2024

Apply by 8 September 2024 to begin your studies this year.

Learn to design effective, rigorous and ethical healthcare research projects.

Join an online Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods for Health that will prepare you to carry out healthcare research.

You’ll develop the skills and confidence to design and undertake research in your own workplace, and be more competitive in securing external funding for research projects.

You’ll learn to:

  • critically appraise research evidence (including systematic reviewing)
  • develop a research question and justify an appropriate study design
  • select the most suitable statistical method for analysis
  • choose the right methods to generate, handle and analyse qualitative data
  • interpret your findings.

You’ll be supported by internationally experienced active researchers. Their work informs government and healthcare organisations. They’ll share their experience and expertise with you as you build your skills.

Who is this online PgCert for?

This distance-learning PgCert is designed to help healthcare professionals, policymakers and early-career researchers improve their research qualifications in their spare time. Studying part-time online, there’s no need to relocate or take a career break.

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Fits around full-time work

This PgCert is designed to fit around work. With part-time hours and 24/7 study access.

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You’re in expert hands

We’ve been delivering online and distance learning for decades.

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NHS and alumni discounts

NHS staff get 10% off this qualification. University of Aberdeen alumni get 20% off.

What you’ll study

You can choose to study for a:

  • Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
  • or start with one of the short courses that make up this PgCert (15 credits).

How you’ll study

  • Online learning

Research Methods for Health is delivered flexibly, 100% online.

Your teaching

Your online teaching is delivered through MyAberdeen, our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It holds all the materials, tools and support you’ll need in your studies. Take a look around MyAberdeen .

You can access your learning materials on computer, smartphone and laptop, 24 hours a day. You’ll find a range of resources at your fingertips, including:

  • discussion boards
  • journal articles
  • online access to our award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library .

Your tutors

This online PgCert is designed and led by our Institute of Applied Health Sciences . You’ll learn from a dedicated, interdisciplinary team of experienced researchers. Each course has its own specialised coordinator.

We actively encourage engagement with other students, so you’ll also learn from your peers across countries and disciplines.

Assessments

This PgCert is assessed entirely online. We use several types of assessment, including multiple-choice quizzes, short online tests, essays, presentations and peer review.

Study hours

Hours for taught courses.

A 60-credit PgCert takes around 600 hours of study and assessment time to complete.

If you plan to study part-time, we recommend you take no more than 30 credits per term. Students typically take one or two 15-credit short courses per term.

  • Around 150 hours of study and assessment time to complete.
  • You’ll study 10 – 15 hours per week per term.
  • Around 300 hours of study and assessment time to complete.
  • You’ll study 20 – 30 hours per week per term.

This is an indicative guide to the time required for a typical student at this level to achieve the learning outcomes. This includes time for independent study, as well as teaching and assessments.

You can largely set your own study hours each week to cover the materials. MyAberdeen is available 24/7, so you can log in and study when it suits you.

Activities at fixed times

There may be some activities scheduled at fixed times, such as online meetings with your tutor or assessments with deadlines. But otherwise, you can access and work through each course at your convenience.

Study experience

When you study with us, you can expect a first-class support structure so that you’re never alone in your studies.

But learning online does mean you have to motivate yourself and manage your own time.

Your most important commitment will be time – the time to work through, reflect on and understand your teaching materials.

Before you start a course that involves a high degree of independent study, we recommend looking at the time you will be able to devote to your studies each week:

  • Be realistic
  • Create a weekly schedule as a guide

If you have any questions about studying online, get in touch with our friendly team . We’re here to help.

Our first-class support structure will ensure that you aren’t alone in your studies. You’ll have contact with your tutors via MyAberdeen and email. You can use social media and discussion boards to chat with your fellow students too.

We provide a wide range of services to support you in your studies and beyond:

  • Careers and Employability Service – including one-to-one advice sessions
  • Disability support
  • Library support
  • Student Support Service – help with finances, stress, wellbeing and non-academic issues
  • Student Learning Service – study support, with advice sessions available via phone or Skype
  • Aberdeen University Students’ Association (AUSA) – run by students for students
  • Toolkit – clever apps and free training that can make your study life easier

Wherever you are in the world, you’ll feel part of our very special Aberdeen learning community.

Use your local university libraries

We’re a member of the Access scheme run by the Society of College, National and University Libraries (SCONUL).

Access study spaces, books and journals in your area

The SCONUL Access scheme allows you, as a University of Aberdeen student, to access books and resources at university libraries across the UK and Ireland, or visit them for a quiet place to study.

You’ll be able to use study spaces, books and journals at over 150 university libraries which belong to the scheme.

Find out about the SCONUL Access scheme for libraries .

Your support team

Our friendly team are here to answer any queries you have before, during and after your studies.

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Professor Amanda Lee

Amanda is co-programme coordinator. She’ll be on hand to answer any questions about course content before you start and to help you throughout your studies.

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Professor Kirsty Kiezebrink

Kirsty is co-programme coordinator. She’ll be on hand to answer any questions about course content before you start and to help you throughout your studies.

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Clare McHattie

Clare is part of the School’s postgraduate teaching support team. She’ll be there throughout your studies to answer any of your non-academic queries.

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Get in touch

The online education team is here to answer any questions you have right now about this qualification, or about studying online.

Where this will take you

Towards a pgdip and masters.

This PgCert underpins many of our online degrees. You can use it to continue on to our:

  • PgDip and MSc in Clinical Nutrition
  • PgDip and MSc in Health Economics for Health Professionals
  • Master of Public Health (MPH) .

You can also use your PgCert as the first stage in gaining an MSc in Applied Health Sciences .

Your qualification will be recognised by healthcare employers and learning institutions around the world. Your PgCert will give you the skills to:

  • confidently carry out health research and lead improvements in your workplace
  • be more competitive in securing external funding for projects to improve health and reduce health inequalities.

You’ll also have broadened your network of professional contacts.

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Lifelong career support

Our career support doesn’t stop when you graduate.

You have access to our free careers service while you study, and beyond.

  • 1:1 appointments
  • Interview prep
  • Job opportunities

Fees and funding

The fee quoted above is based on you starting your studies with us in the 2024/25 academic year.

We have confirmed that our fees will rise by 5% for the 2025/26 academic year. Our indicative cost includes a 5% fee rise each year.

Pay as you go

This is a pay-as-you-go degree.

You do not have to pay the full tuition fee upfront.

You can spread the cost and pay as you go, term by term.

How it works

  • You decide how many credits to study for each term.
  • At the start of term, you pay only for the credits you’re taking that term.
  • This gives you control over your costs and workload for each term of your degree.

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Your personalised cost breakdown

Use the degree scheduler to plan your studies and see your cost breakdown, term by term.

Additional costs

Learning resources.

Access to all the books and resources you need are included in your tuition fee. They’ll be made available to you online and you do not have to buy your own copies.

You may wish to set aside a small budget for printing, depending on how you like to work.

Funding your studies

There are several ways you may be able to get help funding your studies:

  • Employer sponsorship – we accept full and partial fee payments from sponsors
  • Student loans
  • Scholarships – search our funding database for scholarships

Find out more about funding options .

Student card

All our students are entitled to a University of Aberdeen student card. This gives you access to a range of student discounts around the city and online.

20% Alumni discount

You’re entitled to 20% off our postgraduate taught degrees and short courses if you have a degree from the University of Aberdeen. View Alumni discount details .

10% NHS discount

NHS staff receive 10% off online postgraduate degrees and short courses offered by our School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition; our School of Psychology; and our ILM leadership courses. View NHS discount details .

How discounts work

Discounts are applied during your application process. Only one discount can be used per application. If you are eligible for more than one discount, we will apply the largest discount for you.

Why study health research online with the University of Aberdeen?

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1st in Scotland

We’re rated 1st in Scotland for Public Health, Health Services and Primary Care in the UK’s most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).

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Real-world impact

Our work has changed clinical practice, policy, legislation and academic method, directly impacting the lives of millions of people.

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Award-winning research

We’re proud winners of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize, the highest national honour for a UK university, for sustained excellence in health research over the last 40 years.

Entry requirements

  • A 2:2 (lower-second) health-related honours degree
  • or be able to demonstrate evidence of equivalent experience in healthcare practice or research.

These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry.

Short course route to PgCert Research Methods for Health

If you do not meet these entry requirements, or are not ready to commit to a full PgCert, you may be able to use our online short courses as a route into the PgCert instead.

How to apply

You apply through our online Applicant Portal . It allows you to upload relevant qualifications and documents.

What you need to apply for this degree

  • Degree transcript
  • Personal statement
  • Degree certificate
  • CV / Resume

Start with our step-by-step guide . It explains degree transcripts, what to write in your personal statement and how to use our Applicant Portal.

When to apply

You can apply to start in either September or January.

Apply as early as you can. This is so we have time to review your application and get a decision to you. We also want to ensure you have time to enrol before teaching starts.

September 2024 intake

For our September 2024 intake, the application deadline is 8 September 2024 .

You will need to accept your offer and provide any outstanding documents to meet the conditions of your offer by 15 September 2024.

Teaching starts on 23 September 2024 .

January 2025 intake

For our January 2025 intake, the application deadline is 9 December 2024 .

You will need to accept your offer and provide any outstanding documents to meet the conditions of your offer by 18 December 2024.

Teaching starts on 27 January 2025 .

International students

We welcome students from all over the world.

See the minimum entry requirements above. If you do not have qualifications from the UK, check equivalent qualifications from your country .

Visa requirements

You do not need a student visa to study online with us.

English language requirements

Teaching is delivered in English.

If English is not your first language, use our English requirements checklist to see if you need to provide evidence of your English language skills when you apply.

English language tests and scores

If you do need to provide English language test scores, these are the tests and minimum scores we accept.

These are our Postgraduate Higher requirements.

IELTS Academic, IELTS UKVI Academic, and IELTS Online (not IELTS Indicator or IELTS General Training)

  • 6.5 overall
  • 5.5 for listening and speaking
  • 6.0 for reading and writing

TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home Edition

  • 17 for listening
  • 21 for reading
  • 20 for speaking
  • 21 for writing
  • TOEFL DI code is 0818

Cambridge English: B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency

  • 176 overall
  • 162 for listening and speaking
  • 169 for reading and writing

LanguageCert Academic/LanguageCert Academic SELT

  • 60 for listening and speaking
  • 65 for reading and writing

LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator (Written and Spoken) – Online / In-centre

  • Overall High Pass
  • 33 for listening, reading and speaking
  • 38 for writing

Oxford ELLT Digital – English Language Level Test Online

  • 7.0 overall
  • 5.0 for listening and speaking

PTE Academic (online test not accepted)

  • 59 for listening, reading, speaking and writing

Duolingo – tests taken from 1 July 2024 onward

  • 120 overall
  • 95 for listening and speaking
  • 105 for reading and writing

University of Aberdeen English Pre-sessional Programme (PSE)

  • Valid for one year. Refresher can be offered if out of date

Pre-sessional academic English preparation programmes undertaken at other UK universities

  • Pass at an equivalent of 6.5 (C1)
  • B2 in all four skills
  • Certification must be within one year prior to the start of your course

For more information about language qualifications see our English Language Requirements page .

IT requirements

You will need access to:

A computer (PC, laptop or Mac) operating on either:

  • Windows 10 or later
  • macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later.

Most teaching materials are smartphone- and tablet-friendly. But we recommend a proper laptop or desktop for completing assignments comfortably.

Reliable internet access

We recommend:

  • a wired connection
  • a minimum download speed of 2 Mbps so you can take part fully in live sessions.

Speakers or headphones

  • We recommend a headset with built-in microphone and earphones if you’re likely to study in an environment with background noise.
  • A webcam is optional, but you may like to use one for some interactive sessions.

We’ll give you access to Office365 applications. This means you can use online versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and install these programs on up to five personal devices.

If your course requires specialist software, we’ll provide you with access to this and a licence that lasts throughout your studies.

See our detailed IT requirements for more information.

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Nutrition Health Studies

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Basic, policy and industry informed research on the impact of human nutrition on cells, tissues, whole body and population health.

The Rowett Institute at the University of Aberdeen conducts world class research on the relationship between diet & health, playing a major role in the UK research capability in nutrition and human health and through the years has also made a significant impact on animal health and nutrition.

Among the many strengths of the Rowett Institute are its state of the art facilities including a human nutrition unit, core facilities for metabolite, DNA and protein analysis and suites of modern purpose designed research laboratories.

Genuine interdisciplinarity is at the heart of Rowett Institute ethos.

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Typically but not always depending on other experience, CHERI PhD candidates would have an Honours degree in medicine, psychology, sociology, health services research, education or similar, and a taught Masters in a topic such as research methods. However, if your background is different to this, please contact us to discuss your ideas and what you can contribute to CHERI.

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About the Programme

The University of Aberdeen is one of four ancient universities of Scotland. Law was a founding discipline when the University was established in 1495. Today, our PGR students benefit from both its ancient roots and its modern-day international reach and reputation. We have a vibrant, multinational academic and student community and our School of Law is at the forefront of innovative legal research, often influencing law and policy.

We welcome applications from students who wish to pursue research degrees in law, and we provide supervision in a wide range of legal subjects. There is an active research community, with students from many parts of the world registered for a PhD or LLM by Research. If you come to the University of Aberdeen, you too become a part of that esteemed history of excellence.

We offer a comprehensive training programme running throughout the three years of the PhD. This will provide you with the necessary knowledge, tools and skills to successfully complete your degree. From broadening your legal education, to training you to become a modern teacher and lecturer, and on to mock training for your viva voce and job interviews, we will support you throughout your PhD. You will be supported by a minimum of two advisers to guide you on your research project.

LLM by Research

The main requirement of this one year programme is to write a dissertation of 40,000 words. The programme is suitable for students who later aim to pursue a PhD or who are looking for an alternative to traditional taught LLM.

You will receive advanced training in research skills and methods and you will have two supervisors, who will guide and advise you.

Our research

Our legal research is cutting-edge and first class. Our academics publish at top publishing houses, such as Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, and MIT Press, as well as an array of premier law journals across the globe.

We have five active Research Centres:

  • Centre for Commercial Law (Corporate & Commercial Law; International Trade Law; Intellectual Property & Technology Law; Dispute Resolution)
  • Centre for Constitutional and Public International Law (UK Public Law, Comparative Constitutional Law, French Constitutional Law, Public International Law, Legal Theory)
  • Centre for Energy Law
  • Centre for Private International Law
  • Centre for Scots Law

As a PGR student you will be invited to join one or more of our Research Centres.

Dedicated Law Library

Taylor Library, a dedicated law resource, is housed within our Law School. It contains not only a comprehensive collection of Scots and English law sources but also a substantial collection of European Union, Commonwealth and American materials. This includes an excellent collection of books in the field of Roman and Roman-Dutch law. The University is a European Documentation Centre, and that collection is available within Taylor Library.

Other reasons to study with us:

·      The School of Law has a long history of creating great legal scholars. Our graduates go on to teach at leading global universities.

·      We are ranked Top 10 in the UK for Law by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

·      We have a strong community of PhD research students here to help you.

·      We offer supervision, rigorous research and scholarly training throughout your PhD.

·      Part time and online PhD options are available.

Whatever your reason to study with us, we will support you along the way. We have a great team of academic advisers and support staff to assist you with your studies and ensure you stay on track.

Entry requirements

Phd –Applicants should have a UK upper second-class Honours degree in law or a relevant discipline; or a UK Master's degree in law or related subjects; or any international equivalent of the previous two.

LLM by Research - Applicants should have a UK first or upper-second class Honours degree in law or a relevant discipline; or any international equivalent.

How to apply

Please complete our online application package and submit an original research proposal. View our website for instructions and guidance.

We review applications on a rolling basis and you will usually hear from us within 28 days.

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  1. Available PhD Opportunities

    Available PhD Opportunities. The University of Aberdeen offers a variety of pre-defined PhD research projects. These come in a number of forms such as pieces of research that a research group/School/Centre or Institute wishes to explore and have received funding or made funding available to support researchers (e.g. UKRI, Charity, Industry ...

  2. PhD Research

    The PhD at the University of Aberdeen is a research degree. Research degrees are defined by the student's own research proposal, on which the student will write a thesis. Research students read on their own research topic and work closely with their supervisors to define their research and write a thesis. They also attend regular research ...

  3. PhD

    Aberdeen University. The University of Aberdeen is today at the forefront of teaching, learning and discovery, as it has been for 500 years. As the 'global university of the north', we have consistently sent pioneers and ideas outward to every part of the world. ... The latest PhD projects delivered straight to your inbox; Access to our £6,000 ...

  4. 43 PhD Postgraduate Courses at University of Aberdeen

    University of Aberdeen. Interdisciplinary research that examines how museums, galleries, and collections contribute to culture and society. A PhD in Museum Read more... 3 years Full time degree: £4,786 per year (UK) 6 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK) Request info. Compare.

  5. University of Aberdeen

    University of Aberdeen. The University of Aberdeen is today at the forefront of teaching, learning and discovery, as it has been for 500 years. As the 'global university of the north', we have consistently sent pioneers and ideas outward to every part of the world. We are an ambitious, research-driven university with a global outlook, committed ...

  6. Economics PhD at University of Aberdeen

    The Department of Economics is one of five disciplines that make up the Business School. It organises research activity in Economics and coordinates teaching in Economics. There are over 20 faculty members in Economics, together with a number of research fellows, emeritus and honorary staff. The Department has a well-established tradition of ...

  7. Aberdeen University PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

    A study of climate impacts and future challenges to heathland soils. Aberdeen University School of Biological Sciences. This fully funded, 42-month PhD project is part of the SUPER DTP. The SUPER DTP is built around a well-established collaborative group of universities delivering world-leading research in natural environmental science.

  8. Postgraduate Research

    Postgraduate Research. Find Degree. Start your research career at the University of Aberdeen. On these pages you will find information about PhD opportunities, our research areas and potential supervisors. View our available research projects. Working Together to Break Boundaries. Watch on.

  9. How To Apply

    Entrance requirements for a PhD at the University of Aberdeen are either a Masters degree or a first or upper-second class Honours degree in an appropriate area from an approved university (or an equivalent qualification).Those with lower qualifications may be asked to register for a Masters degree by research (Mlitt, MSc, MTh, LLM, MLE or MRes) with satisfactory progress allowing conversion ...

  10. Finance, Ph.D.

    The PhD Finance programme at University of Aberdeen provides an opportunity to undertake original research into a wide variety of areas. The department has a lively team of academic staff, with their own individual research topic areas. Our research aims to improve the understanding of today's business and policy implications.

  11. Management PhD at University of Aberdeen

    International fees. For this course (per year) £21,700. Entry requirements. All applicants must have at least a good Honours degree in Management or a related subject; if English is not their first language they must also show evidence of attaining standards in English. Details of English language criteria Applicants for the PhD should have ...

  12. English PhD at University of Aberdeen

    Course Summary. Exploring the literature and languages of the British Isles and America and beyond, from the earliest written sources to the present day. Based in the School of Language, Literature, Film and Visual Culture, our research programmes in English are distinguished for research on canonical authors and on contextualising approaches ...

  13. PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Aberdeen

    Aberdeen University. Applications are invited for fully-funded four-year PhD studentships to join the SUSTAIN doctoral training program conducting research in the application of Artificial Intelligence to sustainable agri-food. Read more. Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training.

  14. Postgraduate Research School

    Welcome to the PGR School. "The cornerstone of our vision is to provide students with a guarantee that their PhD will be of value, in an academic context and also much wider. Students will come to Aberdeen not only to undertake research, but to make a difference to society. " Graeme Nixon, Dean for Postgraduate Research.

  15. PgCert Health Research Methods

    Earn a graduate qualification in designing and carrying out health research. Study online with an award-winning health research university. 10% NHS discount ... The SCONUL Access scheme allows you, as a University of Aberdeen student, to access books and resources at university libraries across the UK and Ireland, or visit them for a quiet ...

  16. aberdeen university PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

    Aberdeen University. Applications are invited for fully-funded four-year PhD studentships to join the SUSTAIN doctoral training program conducting research in the application of Artificial Intelligence to sustainable agri-food. Read more. Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training.

  17. Postgraduate Research Areas

    Contact by Phone. +44 (0)1224 273028. Email Us. [email protected]. Enquire Now. Via our online form. Next Steps. Find out how to apply. Our research spans the engineering disciplines and ranges from theoretical analysis and computational modelling to laboratory experiments and full-scale testing of concepts and designs.

  18. Study PhD Programmes in Aberdeen, United Kingdom

    Study a PhD Programme in Aberdeen, United Kingdom 2024. Discover more about best universities, studying, living and career opportunities in Aberdeen. ... Aberdeen is a thriving university city in UK, known to have several nicknames, like: the Granite City, the Grey City, as the buildings incorporated grey granite that has been locally quarried ...

  19. PhD Admissions

    PhD Program Highlights. Accounting: Emphasizes rigorous research and analytical skills, preparing students to contribute significantly to the academic and professional fields of accounting.; Decision, Risk, & Operations (DRO): Focuses on the mathematical and analytical foundations of decision-making, risk management, and operations, ideal for candidates with a strong background in mathematics.

  20. Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies, Ph.D.

    The Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies Department at University of Aberdeen is the only one of its kind in Scotland. Focusing on the literature and culture of early and mediaeval Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England, as well as Normandy, Scandinavia and Iceland, we pursue interdisciplinary research in collaboration with neighbouring disciplines ...

  21. Aberdeen University, School of Engineering PhD Projects ...

    Long Term Behaviour of Natural Fibre Reinforced Concrete (NFRC) Aberdeen University School of Engineering. These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs.

  22. Nutrition and Health Phd at University of Aberdeen

    Course Summary. Basic, policy and industry informed research on the impact of human nutrition on cells, tissues, whole body and population health. The Rowett Institute at the University of Aberdeen conducts world class research on the relationship between diet & health, playing a major role in the UK research capability in nutrition and human ...

  23. Postgraduate Taught

    At Aberdeen, there are no boundaries for your ideas and their impact. With a warm and inspiring community backing you at every turn, our post-graduate students know no limits - going on to break boundaries in a range of industries and professions. Whether it's working across disciplines to fight inequality, or proactively pushing for a ...

  24. University of Missouri Athletics

    University of Missouri Baseball Head Coach Kerrick Jackson finalized his 2025 coaching staff Thursday, ... Paige worked with outfielders and baserunners as a fundamentals coach for Class High-A Aberdeen, helping the IronBirds to a South Atlantic League-best 78 victories in 2022. ... Paige is a 2021 graduate of the University of Michigan, where ...

  25. School of Law

    The main requirement of this one year programme is to write a dissertation of 40,000 words. The programme is suitable for students who later aim to pursue a PhD or who are looking for an alternative to traditional taught LLM. You will receive advanced training in research skills and methods and you will have two supervisors, who will guide and ...