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Postgraduate Research Programmes

Doctoral level awards available in the Faculty of Medical Sciences.

A PhD involves original research that should make a significant contribution to the knowledge of a specific subject. Your research will enable you to become an expert in your chosen topic. This requires a significant time commitment, usually three years full time. 

Our graduate school supports all postgraduate students in our Faculty. It offers a comprehensive training programme to help you get the most out of your research and equip you with the skills to develop your career. 

Our Faculty offers a range of MPhil, PhD and MD awards. Explore the range of opportunities below which include information on entry requirements and funding opportunities.

  • Ageing MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Biomedicine MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Biosciences MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Biotechnology (Medical Sciences) MPhil, PhD
  • Cancer MPhil; PhD; MD
  • Dentistry and Dental Sciences MPhil, PhD
  • Education (Clinical) MPhil; PhD
  • Food and Human Nutrition MPhil, PhD
  • Genetics MPhil; PhD; MD
  • Medicine and Surgery MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Microbiology MPhil; PhD; MD
  • Neuroscience MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Pharmacy MPhil, PhD, MD
  • Psychology MPhil, PhD
  • Pub Health Epidem Health Srvcs Rsrch MPhil, PhD

Professional Doctorates

  • Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych)