PhD Medical Studies
University of Plymouth
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Peninsula Medical School (PMS) sits within the Faculty of Health at the University of Plymouth. By studying for an MPhil, ResM, or PhD degree at PMS, you will be joining a dynamic research community of students, academics and staff that are doing their bit to tackle some of the greatest problems impacting science and society. We at PMS look forward to hearing from you!The first step in the application process is for you to tell us about your area of interest so that we can help you identify ...Read more

Peninsula Medical School (PMS) sits within the Faculty of Health at the University of Plymouth. By studying for an MPhil, ResM, or PhD degree at PMS, you will be joining a dynamic research community of students, academics and staff that are doing their bit to tackle some of the greatest problems impacting science and society. We at PMS look forward to hearing from you!

The first step in the application process is for you to tell us about your area of interest so that we can help you identify potential main supervisor(s). You can identify potential research areas of interest by browsing our school’s research groups. Once we have recommended a potential supervisor, your application can be sent to them for consideration.

Overseas applicants must submit their application 4.5 months prior to the proposed programme start date. For Home applicants the deadline is 2.5 months prior to the proposed programme start date. There are three possible start dates per year, 1 October, 1 January and 1 April.

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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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29th
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65th
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15 Dec 23

Very supportive staff and great atmosphere! Good facilities and student life...Read more

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07 Dec 23

Supportive and fun university..Read more

Entry requirements

You'll usually need a 2:1 degree from a UK University or equivalent.

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£4,786 per year

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£18,030 per year

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£18,030 per year

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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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