Course overview
Advance your expertise in human health and become equipped with the essential skills to research the body’s complex processes. By applying advanced technologies in endocrine and metabolism research to study human diseases and aging, you can contribute to innovative treatments and global health advancements.
Work amongst renowned researchers to produce groundbreaking research, ultimately translating these findings into personalised treatments that transform patient care.
Course structure
This PhD programme can be undertaken full-time (minimum 36 months) or part-time (minimum 72 months). Applications are accepted all year round and there is flexibility on the start date with the largest intakes normally in October and April.
Following completion of your minimum period of study, you’ll normally transfer to a thesis-awaited status (maximum 12 months). To successfully progress into each year you’ll need to pass an Annual Progress Review (APR). Degree will be awarded on the basis of a thesis and oral examination.
The MSc by Research programme can be undertaken full-time (minimum 12 months) or part-time (minimum 24 months). Applications are accepted all year round and there is flexibility on start date with the largest intakes normally in October and April. Degree will be awarded on the basis of a thesis and oral examination.
You’ll be required to submit a progress review form plus a project report based on the first year of research. You’ll also be asked to review your Development Needs Analysis form. The APR meeting will take place with two academics, with one being an internal expert.