The Unit
Study Opportunities
Welcome to the PhD Programme of the MRC Epidemiology Unit
The MRC Epidemiology Unit is a research institution affiliated to the University of Cambridge and currently has 23 PhD students in training across a variety of research projects. Our PhD students have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research under the supervision of senior scientists supported by postdoctoral researchers and a large team of fieldworkers, data managers, statisticians, study coordinators, technical and administrative staff.
Our PhD students are registered with the University of Cambridge under the subject heading ‘Biological, Medical and Veterinary Sciences’. Students belong to one of the University's colleges and are trained at the MRC Epidemiology Unit at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge. The general framework of the PhD training programme is outlined by the Graduate School of Life Sciences and locally co-ordinated by Dr Ulf Ekelund and Julie Hands.
Every year, the Unit provides the opportunity for candidates to start a PhD in any of our research programmes. More information about PhD studentships at the MRC Epidemiology Unit can be found by following the links below.
- PhD Opportunities at the MRC Epidemiology Unit
- Financing your studies
- PhD Supervision
- Application Procedure
- Testimonials
- FAQs
- Further Information
- Useful Links
