How to apply

Please note this programme is NO LONGER recruiting. This page gives information about past processes.

General entry requirements

Please note

This is a basic science programme.  Applicants who were carrying out medical or veterinary training, or who intend to return to clinical practice after completing their PhD, were not eligible to apply. 

We were looking for candidates who had (or who expected to be awarded), at least a good 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in a relevant subject. 

Typically candidates already had a good understanding of the field they proposed to study, and at least some hands-on research experience.

There was no need to contact a supervisor before applying – the projects described on the website gave an idea of the type of work students could undertake with supervisors once they had selected their PhD project.

We welcomed applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.  In particular we encouraged students from black and other minority ethnic groups to apply, and committed to assessing applications  without reference to the name, age, gender or nationality of the candidates.  Exceptionally, candidates who have 2:2 degrees were also considered.

International student entry requirements

Find out about country-specific postgraduate entry requirements.

Details of International student entry requirements

English language proficiency

Please note that all non-UK candidates whose first language is not English must provide a certificate of proficiency in the English Language before they are able to join the University of Edinburgh.  Details of what is needed can be found on the University website. 

English language requirements

You do not need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency when you are applying – it is only required before you can be offered an unconditional place on the Programme following the interview.

Generous stipend

All students will receive a generous starting stipend of £23,955 per annum, plus travel and research funds for all four years of the Programme.  All University fees will be covered, regardless of country of citizenship.

Application process

Note that this programme is NO LONGER recruiting.  

Please not submit an application as it will not be accepted - details are for information only.

  1. Complete online application form
  2. Complete anonymous demography form
  3. Send supporting documents to wt-hpgh@ed.ac.uk
  4. Ensure referees send in reference form by closing date

1. Online application form

2. Applicant demography

3. Supporting documents required

  1. Standard Curriculum vitae
  2. Academic transcripts of first degree courses (and second degree if applicable) - all transcripts should be provided in English, or with official translation if necessary
  3. Copies of degree certificates with final classification - an official translation should be provided if necessary

4. References

All applicants must give the names of two academic referees on their application form. 

It is the applicant's responsibility to contact each of their referees and ask them to complete and submit the reference form at the link below.

If you have any questions please email Hilary Snaith (wt-hpgh@ed.ac.uk).

More information

Further details of postgraduate research opportunities at the University, including details of other Doctoral Training Programmes is available.

Information about postgraduate study at the University of Edinburgh

 

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