Cancer (Intercalated) PhD

PhD research is carried out in groups, centres and institutes associated with the College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine in Edinburgh or the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences in Glasgow. We emphasise cross-city interactions, which may include:
- collaborative projects#

- joint symposia

- other activities bringing together PhD students, clinical research fellows and other researchers or clinicians

As well as benefiting from the vibrant cancer research community across Edinburgh and Glasgow, we will encourage PhD students to network with students in other UK centres.

Launched in 2019, this programme is funded by Cancer Research UK and allows Medical students to enter a 3-year PhD training programme during their medical degree. The programme offers a new and exciting opportunity for bright and enthusiastic medical students to gain top-quality research training and secure a clinical qualification.

This scheme is designed to offer PhD training integrated into a clinical medical degree and maximise retention of participants in medical research. We see programme alumni as the future academic clinical leaders in cancer research. Successful applicants will be trained in cutting-edge practical, scientific and analytic skills with a focus on scientific excellence. They will also gain in-depth understanding of the rigour, discipline and precision required for translational research. Many projects will focus on cancer pathogenesis or treatment, while others may focus on developing high-level skills applicable to important questions in cancer research.