Medicine

Research stands at the forefront of science to prevent illness, develop therapies and improve human health. At Leeds, our ambition is to drive forward research to make impactful changes on both local and international levels.

The MRes Medicine is designed to resemble a mini-PhD. It is an exciting research-based course designed to challenge your critical and creative approach to current issues in medicine and health. We will provide you with training and opportunities to develop as a scientist or scientifically literate clinician, resulting in a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and techniques relevant to medical research.

MRes students frequently use the experience gained as a springboard to a PhD, a career in industry, or a clinical academic position.

Course highlights

Be part of a major international centre for research and education.

Take on a nine-month research project to develop your specialised knowledge.

Choose from a range of research opportunities including applied health, cancer and pathology, cardiovascular, genes and development, medical education and musculoskeletal topics.

Grow and refine your skills and knowledge to improve the lives of patients.

Design and undertake a substantial piece of publishable research.

Study in one of our internationally-renowned institutes and learn from leading experts in their field.

Self-designed projects are possible.

Gain experience formulating new hypotheses.

Explore the causes and consequences of diseases by conducting rigorous scientific research in a laboratory, with patients or with patient data.