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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-APR-25

  • Duration

    36 months

Course summary

Our PhD in Medicine and Surgery offers research in human health and disease. We apply our findings to improve patient care.

A PhD is a doctorate or doctoral award. It involves?original research?that should make a?significant contribution to the knowledge of a specific subject. To complete the PhD you will produce a substantial piece of work (80,000 – 100,000 words) in the form of a?supervised thesis. A PhD usually takes three years?full time.

Your development

Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:

    • perform better as a researcher
    • boost your career prospects
    • broaden your impact
    • Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.

      You’ll cover:

        • techniques for effective research
        • methods for better collaborative working
        • essential professional standards and requirements
        • Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.

          Our Careers Service

          Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 31,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Medical Student Office, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4HH, United Kingdom

Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 36 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 247
    179 73%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    99.0 99%

    20th

    19
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    12th

    10

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