MA - Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities (by research)

University of Kent School of Social Sciences

Full time & Part time September MA, Research Only 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time 19 January 2026 15 September 2025

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The Tizard Centre offers excellent opportunities for full or part-time research in intellectual disability, community care and autism leading to higher degrees. The Centre has a strong track record of attracting research studentship funding.

The Tizard Centre is part of the School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research (SSPSSR) and has excellent links with health and social care organisations, and other relevant establishments.

The Centre is at the forefront of learning and research in autism, intellectual disability and community care, and in 2013 received a Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of its outstanding work in these areas.

Entry Requirements

A first or 2.1 in a relevant subject for the MA by research. You should send an outline of your research proposal with your application.

For PhD students: a first or 2:1 in a relevant subject. Applicants would normally have a Master's degree at merit or distinction level.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

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