Welcome to the IHRI Doctoral School
Innovating Research | Cultivating Future Leaders | Advancing Global Knowledge
IHRI Doctoral School
The Doctoral School at the International Health Research Institute (IHRI) supports advanced academic and professional inquiry across disciplines that respond to complex global challenges. We offer flexible, digitally delivered pathways to Doctorates tailored to emerging fields and leadership roles in society.
Doctoral Programmes
Doctor of Health Science (DHS)
IHRI’s flagship doctoral programme, designed for experienced healthcare professionals and system leaders. Delivered entirely online, the DHS supports those aiming to drive transformative change in digital health, health systems, education, and operational contexts. The programme integrates practice-based research, systems innovation, and leadership development to enable real-world impact at the highest level. Learn more about the DHS programme.
Our Research & Expertise
Welcome to the vibrant research ecosystem at IHRI. We are a dedicated hub focused on advancing scientific understanding and its real-world impact across diverse disciplines. Our core mission is to facilitate the generation and dissemination of evidence-based knowledge, crucial for enhancing complex operations and systems.
IHRI is committed to cultivating a robust research framework that champions sustainability, integrates cutting-edge technologies, and promotes broad social inclusion. By embracing innovative methodologies and forging strategic partnerships, we aim to remain at the forefront of academic discovery and industrial application. Collaboration is fundamental to our approach, enabling us to develop high-impact solutions for various sectors, including health systems, educational frameworks, and business environments.
Our strategic vision is to bridge the divide between theoretical inquiry and practical implementation, ensuring that our research not only enriches the scholarly community but also delivers tangible value and meaningful resonance within industry and society. Engage with IHRI’s research endeavours, where pioneering inquiry meets practical application, and scientific exploration paves the way for transformative real-world outcomes.
Our Distinguished Faculty & Researchers
Our faculty comprises leading experts from a wide array of disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives and profound insights to our research initiatives. They guide our doctoral candidates and drive innovative projects across all IHRI research centres.
Experts in Leadership, Technology & Management
Driving innovation in organizational strategy, digital transformation, and effective governance across sectors.
Specialists in Space Sciences & Human Systems
Focusing on human adaptation, health, and operational challenges in extreme and extraterrestrial environments.
Leaders in Prehospital & Operational Health
Advancing critical care, emergency response, and health resilience in challenging field conditions.
Innovators in Engineering Systems
Developing robust solutions for complex systems, from design to implementation and optimization.
Research & Supervision
All doctoral candidates are supported by an interdisciplinary supervision team drawn from IHRI’s global faculty and industry collaborators.
Personalized Mentorship
Aligned to your area of impact, fostering deep intellectual partnership and guidance.
Structured Progress & Support
- Monthly transformational tutorials
- Quarterly progress reviews
- Online research seminars
Impact & Dissemination
- Opportunities for publication
- Co-teaching experiences
- Contribution to intellectual property (IP)
Admissions & Pathways
Entry to the doctoral school is based on a combination of academic qualifications, professional experience, and a proposal aligned with IHRI’s strategic research priorities.
IHRI Research Centres
Our doctoral research is anchored within IHRI's specialized centers, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and impactful inquiry.
Centre for Prehospital & Operational Health Sciences
Advancing applied research and education in human-centric, operational, and emergency care. This centre bridges field-based innovation with systems preparedness.
Centre for Leadership, Technology & Futures
Investigating transformative leadership, digital innovation, and systems thinking to guide future-ready organizations and professionals.
Centre for Space Science & Human Systems
Focusing on the intersection of space, health, and technology. Research includes space health, analog simulation, and extreme environments.
Centre for Sustainable Agrifood & Environmental Systems
Promoting sustainability through research in food security, climate resilience, regenerative agriculture, and environmental governance.