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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
The University of Edinburgh
Full Time
01-APR-24, 09-SEP-24, 01-OCT-24, 06-JAN-25, 01-APR-25
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
The University of Edinburgh
Full time
01-APR-24..
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
The University of Edinburgh
Part time
01-APR-24..
6 years
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Research profile
We offer a comprehensive research programme suitable for PhDs and MSc students, covering a diverse range of musculoskeletal disorders.
There are ongoing projects in the following areas: musculoskeletal tissue engineering; stem cells; regenerative medicine; orthopaedic engineering; modelling of the musculoskeletal system; osteoporosis; fracture repair; clinical outcome studies
Training and support
On entering the programme, you are assigned to the relevant research group. Your progress is monitored by a thesis committee convened from members within these groups.
You will participate in a monthly graduate seminar programme, presenting your analysis of original research.
You are encouraged to present your findings at national and international conferences. You are also encouraged to publish your findings in international journals, in advance of the submission of your PhD theses for examination.
A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent.
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£51,400 per year
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£51,400 per year
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