Applications for 2020 have now closed.

We are offering at least 10 fully funded PhD studentships commencing in October 2020 in four themes covering Population and Systems Medicine, Infection and Immunity, Molecular and Cellular Science, Neuroscience and Mental Health.

Click on the How to Apply link, for details of available projects.

The studentships provide an annual stipend of £18,000 for 3.5 years, University fees and research costs. The duration of the studentship allows for a funded period of write-up prior to thesis submission.

In addition to excellent research facilities, students will have access to a wide variety of training and researcher development activities, many of which are offered through the Graduate School of Life Sciences and the wider University, and have the opportunity to apply for an additional 3 month funded external placement.

Available Projects for 2020

Please note if you wish to be considered in the University Funding competition you will need to apply by the 3^rd December 2019.

The final closing date for all applications to the MRC DTP Programme is the 7th December 2019.

Interviews: week commencing 27th January 2020.