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PhD Infection Medicine (Biomedical Sciences) at University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Programme overview

In the past few decades, there has been almost a new infectious disease emerging each year, with more than 75% of these diseases deriving from zoonotic origins. Research in this area aims to develop strategies to manage emerging and endemic diseases, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

Faculty: College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine  |  Department: Edinburgh Medical School  |  Duration: 6 years part-time / 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-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: 6 years part-time / 3 years full-time

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