This program provides advanced training in the social and cultural dimensions of health, illness, and healthcare. Students will explore the diverse ways in which societies understand, experience, and respond to health and illness, examining topics such as medical anthropology, the sociology of health, cultural understandings of the body, and the history of medicine. The program emphasizes the development of research skills, analytical skills, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of the social and cultural contexts of health, preparing students for careers in various sectors related to health, social sciences, and research.

(Career options are highly dependent on chosen specializations within health, cultures, and societies. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Researcher (Social Sciences/Health), Health Policy Analyst, Public Health Officer, Community Health Worker, Medical Sociologist, Medical Anthropologist, (Potentially roles in related public health agencies, research institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other sectors related to health, social sciences, and cultural studies)

- Member of the UK's prestigious Russell Group
- One of the six original red brick universities
- Offers research-intensive learning and excellent graduate prospects