PhD Medical Studies

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

OCT-26

Duration

2 Years

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Course info

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. Full time: 2-4 years, Part time: 4-8 years

Key stats

DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect

WUSCA ranking:

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

50/279

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

31st

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

75th

What students say

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Entry requirements

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

Tuition fees

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£5,005 per year

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UKRI FT fee level

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Latest reviews

Latest Medical Sciences reviews

Jessica

19 Nov 25

Nursing (Child Health)

- the city has a good student life and feels safe. The campus is...

Lauren

18 Nov 25

Nursing (Child Health)

The student union is a lovely space which holds regular events, and there is lots of support for students available. There is a nice atmosphere on campus with lots of places to...

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