PhD applications are now closed.
Academic requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must hold, or be about to obtain, one of the following qualifications in a relevant medical sciences field:
- a UK first honours degree
- a UK upper second-class honours degree
- or an equivalent qualification from outside the UK
Those with a lower second class degree may be considered only if:
- they also possess a master’s degree
- or equivalent high-quality evidence of professional practice
At the University of Bath, a lower second-class degree is only acceptable for PhD entry if accompanied by a master’s graded at merit level or above.
Check each project’s home institution requirements before applying. Academic qualifications are assessed alongside relevant non-academic experience.
Research background
We welcome students from non-medical backgrounds, particularly in:
- medical sciences
- computing
- mathematics
- physical sciences
International students
Our studentships are open to UK and international applicants. All positions are funded. This means international students will not be expected to cover the difference between home and international fees.
Key points
- All studentships are competitively awarded
- We can only accept 30% international students per cohort
- International students will have full funding for fees
- Applications must be completed in English
- When applying, use our [qualification conversion table] to find the UK equivalents for non-UK qualifications
- If your qualification is not listed, contact us at: gw4biomed@cardiff.ac.uk
- Processing of conversion requests may take up to 2 weeks
EU students
Post-Brexit, EU students are classified as international unless covered by the EU Settlement Scheme.
International classification
More information coming soon.
Additional costs
International applicants will need to cover costs not covered by us, including:
- visa costs
- NHS surcharge
- relocation costs
Visas
Your university can assist with the visa application process.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you must meet your host university’s English language requirements. See their guidance for details:
You are not required to provide evidence of compliance when applying.
If successful, you must submit your qualification documents to your university to receive an offer before your studentship begins.
