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 Masters courses
- Advanced Clinical Practice (MSc)
- Health Research (MSc)
- Health Research and Statistics (PGCert)
- International Humanitarian Affairs (MSc)
- Mental Health Research (MSc)
- Nursing (Adult) (MSc)
- Nursing (Mental Health) (MSc)
- Public Health (MPH)
- Data Science (MSc)
Or, choose another course.
Our research degrees
We also offer the following research degrees:
- PhD
- MPhil
Why study Health Sciences at York
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.
8th in the UK
for Mental Health Nursing according to the Guardian University Guide 2025.