Postgraduate research: Clinical Sciences
Clinical sciences research aims to improve the health and wellbeing of society be investigating disease processes, treatment efficacy, and patient outcomes.
Our postgraduates are a mix of medically-trained and discovery scientists, based in high-quality research and clinical settings. You will undertake laboratory-based, translational and applied research. The focus is on clinical research, a significant part of which translates to clinical trials.
Explore Translational Health Sciences: PhD, MD, MSc by research
We encourage applications for research projects in many areas, including:
- endocrinology
- cancer
- molecular biology
- genetics
- pathology
- clinical sciences
- immunology
You can either pick one of our research projects or develop your own in a related area. Please note that some 4-year PhD students may also undertake mini-projects during their first year, across a range of disciplines.
How to apply
Before making a formal application, please contact potential supervisors to discuss eligibility and potential funding.
- Find out how to apply
- Read the admissions statement for full details.
Entry requirements
Details of the required academic qualifications and English language requirements.
Fees and funding
Details of current tuition fees for this programme.
Further information on fees and living expenses.
Bench fees
Some programmes charge a bench fee in addition to tuition fees. Bench fees are charged when a programme (or specific project) incurs extra costs, such as specialist laboratory or field work. If you need to pay bench fees, they will be listed on the programme entry and on your offer letter.
Funding
If you are seeking funding, you may find these pages helpful:
PhD opportunities
Examples of our PhD opportunities are shown below and on the main PhD opportunities page. For a full list or to discuss developing your own research, contact your preferred supervisor.
Please note that application deadlines for these programmes vary; check the programme information and contact the appropriate supervisor for more details.
- GW4 Biomed Doctoral Training Programme
- British Heart Foundation Programme
- NIHR Bristol Biomedical Research Centre
- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences PhD Scholarships
- Chinese Scholarship Council PhD projects
Our current adverts with funding
Please check back on this page regularly for updates on funded opportunities. If none are currently listed, they will be added as they become available.
International students
International students coming to the UK to study full-time must apply for a student visa.
Further information for international students.
After you apply
Full details on what happens after you apply.