The Graduate School

for the Faculty of Medicine and Health

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Research Excellence Framework

100% of our research impact is rated as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' in three units of assessment (REF 2021).

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Faculty Graduate School

Faculty Graduate School

The Faculty of Medicine and Health at Leeds is one of the UK’s leading centres for medical and healthcare research, and is home to over 500 postgraduate researchers (PGRs). Our diverse population of researchers have joined us from  around the world and contribute to our research across an extensive range of subjects.

As a researcher at Leeds, you will be part of a vibrant and welcoming research community both within the Faculty and the wider University. You'll have access to outstanding research facilities and will benefit from specialist training to equip you for future careers in academia, industry and other sectors.

Postgraduate research opportunities

Search our directory of funded and non-funded research degree opportunities and scholarships, or browse a complete list of opportunities available across all schools in the Faculty.

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International PhD Academy: Medical Research

This 4-year PhD programme is tailored to train and equip you with the necessary knowledge and research skills to embark on your PhD project.
The programme is especially suitable for candidates who have limited research experience and for students wishing to update their skills or change research area.
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International PhD Academy: Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease

Are you an International Student looking for a direct entry PhD programme in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease? Here at the University of Leeds, we have developed a new Academy based within the Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine (LICAMM).

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How to apply

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Research degrees available

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Dr Peter Laslo
Staff | Head of Faculty Graduate School
"We have a long standing history of commitment to our postgraduate students. Become a member of our community and engage with world-class researchers. We are here to support, guide and train students towards the next successful step of their career."

Our research

Our research has an impact on a global scale, with world-leading researchers who have significant influence in response to critical healthcare challenges around the world.

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Research facilities

Some of the UK’s leading medical research centres are based at the University and the we have invested heavily to realise the potential of new technologies, ensuring our researchers have access to the latest innovations.

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