Medicine Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

University of Southampton

Our interdisciplinary links across the University, the NHS and industry have allowed us to push the boundaries of medical research, bringing new drugs to market and improved treatments for patients. At Southampton, you’ll join a globally connected community where cutting-edge biomedical research, clinical enterprise and innovation translate into meaningful improvements in healthcare and patient outcomes.You'll be supported by a small team of supervisors who'll be experts in your chosen field. Your supervisors will help you choose your research project and make sure it provides scope for originality of thought and the development of research skills. You'll receive comprehensive training relevant to your project. You'll also be able to access training in transferable skills such as communication, presentation, teaching and supervision, academic writing and entrepreneurship.Our standard PhDs are aimed at students who want to develop careers in scientific or clinical research.Most students are based at University Hospital Southampton to carry out laboratory-based research in our world class research facilities. Some students work on community-based projects in a variety of settings, including general practice, hospitals, community and outpatient clinics, and patients’ homes.