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PhD Cancer at University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Programme overview

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 an exciting opportunity for bright and enthusiastic medical students to gain top-quality research training and secure a clinical qualification.

Faculty: College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine  |  Department: School of Genetics and Cancer  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/7). Scotland and rest of UK fee rate, per year (2026/7 rate; 2027/8 home rate not yet set) Source

International applicants: GBP 36,540 a year (2027/8). International/EU fee rate, per year Source

Duration: 3 years full-time

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