Medicine PhD

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Main Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

OCT-26

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

A wide variety of medical and clinically applied research projects can be undertaken with the Lancaster Medical School. We offer a range of opportunities for advanced postgraduate study with experienced supervisors in areas including: social studies of science and technology in clinical practice qualitative methods in health research cellular responses to DNA damage musculoskeletal medicine, medical ethics, and medical education.

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WUSCA ranking:

WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.

66/279

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

19th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

10th

What students say

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Entry requirements

Students need to have 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in an appropriate subject and an interest in pursuing medical research at advanced level. We may also consider non-standard applicants.

Tuition fees

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