PhD Research Nursing Science
University of Exeter
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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St Luke's Campus

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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St Luke's Campus

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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DEC

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8 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Cornwall (Truro)

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8 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Cornwall (Truro)

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DEC

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8 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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St Luke's Campus

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8 years

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OverviewOur research based around four distinct themes:•Diabetes, Cardiovascular risk and Ageing•Environment and Human Health•Health Services Research•Neuroscience and Mental HealthResearch overviewAs a postgraduate student in University of Exeter Medical School you will be part of a thriving community, benefiting from quality research-led teaching and supervision, as well as access to outstanding facilities. We can offer a wide range of supervision across our core research areas but we are ...Read more

Overview

Our research based around four distinct themes:

Diabetes, Cardiovascular risk and Ageing

Environment and Human Health

Health Services Research

Neuroscience and Mental Health

Research overview

As a postgraduate student in

  • University of Exeter Medical School
  • you will be part of a thriving community, benefiting from quality research-led teaching and supervision, as well as access to outstanding facilities. We can offer a wide range of supervision across our core research areas but we are also involved with interdisciplinary research with other Colleges in the University of Exeter.

    Based in both Exeter and Truro, we operate across the whole of the South West.

    Research at the cutting-edge of health innovation, making a difference across the world.

    High-quality research referenced by other academics in major journals across the world.

    Close-working relationship with the National Health Service (NHS) - our priorities will continue to reflect national needs and priorities.

    Commitment to high-quality applied medical research spanning from the basic biomedical to applied health services.

    Medical imaging research focuses on musculoskeletal imaging and diseases associated with aging.

    Research into new diagnostic techniques including computer-assisted diagnosis and thermal imaging techniques.

    Key stats

    WUSCA ranking:
    WUSCA student ranking
    These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
    58/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    22nd
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
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    14th
    What students say
    L
    Lewis
    08 Jan 25

    Supportive staff - both academic staff and wellbeing staff Good sized cohort Good location - Close to city centre as well as being a short distance from beaches and..Read more

    J
    James
    24 Oct 24

    This University is a wonderful place to study, the location is great as it is a short walk into the centre, and the campus is close by but also in an area that is not overflowing..Read more

    Entry requirements

    To be considered, PhD applicants need to meet the following entry requirements: A good undergraduate degree (in the UK, at least an upper second class honours) in a relevant subject; A taught Masters degree in a relevant subject.

    Tuition fees

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    £4,786 per year

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    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4,786 full-time.

    £27,500 per year

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    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £27,500 full-time.

    £27,500 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £27,500 full-time.

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    Lewis
    08 Jan 25
    Nursing MSci (Hons)
    Supportive staff - both academic staff and wellbeing staff Good sized cohort Good location - Close to city centre as well as being a short distance from beaches and...
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    J
    James
    24 Oct 24
    Nursing MSci (Hons)
    This University is a wonderful place to study, the location is great as it is a short walk into the centre, and the campus is close by but also in an area that is not overflowing...
    Read more
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    University of Exeter
    Knowledge Spa Truro TR1 3HD United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Truro  0.8 miles away

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