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Fully funded Biomedical Sciences Scholarships in 2024 - 2025

20+ best scholarships for biomedical sciences students.

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Japan Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship 2025

• Partial Funding
• Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
• Masters, PhD
• All Subjects
• International Students

This is a Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Japan Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship 2025.

SI Sweden Government Global Professional Scholarship 2025/2026 (Fully Funded and Without IELTS)

• Fully Funded
• Swedish Institute

This is a Masters scholarships for International Students at Swedish Institute, Sweden. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for SI Sweden Government Global Professional Scholarship 2025/2026 (Fully Funded and Without IELTS).

American Australian Association Graduate Education Scholarships 2024

• Australian Universities, USA Universities
• Masters, PhD, Post Doctorate
• Australia, USA

This is a Masters, PhD, Post Doctorate scholarships for International Students at Australian Universities, USA Universities, Australia, USA. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for American Australian Association Graduate Education Scholarships 2024.

Rotary Yoneyama Japan Scholarship 2025 for International Students

• Japan Universities
• Bachelor, Masters, PhD

This is a Bachelor, Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Japan Universities, Japan. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Rotary Yoneyama Japan Scholarship 2025 for International Students.

PASET - RSIF Africa PhD Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded)

• Africa Universities

This is a PhD scholarships for International Students at Africa Universities, Africa. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for PASET - RSIF Africa PhD Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded).

La Trobe University Australia High Achiever Scholarship 2025 for International Students

• 25% Off Tuition Fee
• La Trobe University
• Undergraduate, Postgraduate

This is a Undergraduate, Postgraduate scholarships for International Students at La Trobe University, Australia. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for La Trobe University Australia High Achiever Scholarship 2025 for International Students.

Edith Cowan University Australia International Scholarships 2025 for Bachelor Degree

• Tuition Fee Reduction
• Edith Cowan University

This is a Bachelor scholarships for International Students at Edith Cowan University, Australia. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Edith Cowan University Australia International Scholarships 2025 for Bachelor Degree.

Nanyang Technological University Singapore Global Connect Fellowship 2025

• Nanyang Technological University Singapore
• Bachelor, Masters

This is a Bachelor, Masters scholarships for International Students at Nanyang Technological University Singapore, Singapore. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Nanyang Technological University Singapore Global Connect Fellowship 2025.

Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2025, Study in Ireland

• Ireland Universities

This is a Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Ireland Universities, Ireland. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2025, Study in Ireland.

CWAJ Japan Graduate Scholarships 2025 (Worth ¥2.0 million)

• College Women’S Association of Japan

This is a Graduate scholarships for International Students at College Women’S Association of Japan, Japan. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for CWAJ Japan Graduate Scholarships 2025 (Worth ¥2.0 million).

Gates Cambridge UK Scholarship 2025-2026 (Fully Funded)

• University of Cambridge
• Masters, PhD, Diploma

This is a Masters, PhD, Diploma scholarships for International Students at University of Cambridge, UK. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Gates Cambridge UK Scholarship 2025-2026 (Fully Funded).

Yenching Academy of Peking University China Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded)

• Peking University
• International Students, Domestic Students

This is a Bachelor, Masters scholarships for International Students, Domestic Students at Peking University, China. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Yenching Academy of Peking University China Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded).

University of Manchester UK Global Futures Scholarship 2025 (Worth up to £24,000)

• University of Manchester
• Undergraduate, Masters

This is a Undergraduate, Masters scholarships for International Students at University of Manchester, UK. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for University of Manchester UK Global Futures Scholarship 2025 (Worth up to £24,000).

Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2025, Qatar (Fully Funded)

• Doha Institute for Graduate Studies

This is a Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students, Domestic Students at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, Qatar. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2025, Qatar (Fully Funded).

University of Otago New Zealand International Partnership Scholarship 2025

• University of Otago
• Undergraduate
• New Zealand

This is a Undergraduate scholarships for International Students at University of Otago, New Zealand. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for University of Otago New Zealand International Partnership Scholarship 2025.

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Your application must be completed and supporting documentation must be received by December 1.

How to Apply

• Use the Apply Now button below and sign in using your existing account information or create a new account to start a new application.
• Fill out the application in full and submit it when complete. Once submitted, you will be emailed a link to the Status Portal. 
• In your portal, you will be able to submit your application fee payment and supporting documents (personal statement, CV, etc.). 
• Use the checklist on the Status Portal to make sure your supporting documents are submitted by the deadline for your application. All supporting documents must be received by the application deadline for you to be reviewed. 
• Once all application materials are received, your application will be sent for review. If additional materials are needed, you will be notified.

Requirements

Transcripts.

You must submit transcripts for every college or university you have attended. At the point of application, please only submit unofficial transcripts. If admitted, official transcripts will be required in order to matriculate. 

Application Fee

Once you submit your application, you will have access to your status portal, which will include a link to pay your $85 application fee.

Application Fee Waiver Policy

Participants in the following programs only will be approved for a fee waiver once there is confirmation of your participation. Participants in the following programs must submit verification of program participation, such as a letter bearing the original signature of the program director or adviser, or a copy of the current contract.

• McNair Scholars (LSAMP, SSS, TRIO, CSTEP)
• EOP, HEOP or SEEK program
• Veteran or military status (including spouses)
• Received a GRE fee waiver
• Project 1000

You can submit verification to [email protected].

We cannot grant fee waivers for any other reasons, including for international applicants.

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation are required. You will enter contact information for letter writers when you fill out the application, and they will be notified automatically and will be sent a link to submit their letter. In your portal, you can check the status of your letters, send reminders, or edit recommenders.

As a medical school focused on scientific discovery, our admission committees would like to understand applicants' prior research experiences. Note that this experience is not required for admission but is helpful information as we consider your application. 

If you have previous research experience, please make sure to list all prior experiences on your Resume or CV. Please list specific details, such as institution or company, duration of experience, PI or lab supervisor name, average hours you worked per week, and a brief description of your role. If you have presented or published, please also list all of these experiences, even local or small conferences are helpful information! All experiences should also be listed in chronological order.

Personal Statement

Your personal statement should include the following three sections. You may provide additional information that you believe would help the committee get to know you, but please cover these topics at a minimum.

• Why I want a PhD degree and why UB would be a good place to pursue this degree. (500 word limit)
• An example of a time where I showed initiative and perseverance in meeting a goal and/or overcoming an obstacle. (500 word limit)
• A brief description of my prior research experiences (for applicants who have had more than one research experience, you may choose one to describe). If you do not have prior research experience, you may describe a class presentation, essay, lab, or assignment relevant to biological sciences. (750 word limit)

If applicable, it is also recommended that you use your statement to address any stumbles or obstacles that have affected your academic performance thus far.

• The GRE is no longer required.
• Strong consideration is given to students who majored in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, mathematics, engineering, pharmacy or psychology. Recommended undergraduate courses include general chemistry, organic chemistry, biology, physiology, physics and mathematics, including calculus and statistics.        

International Applicants

Special note for international students.

If you are applying from outside the United States, apply as early as possible to ensure time for application and visa processing.

Regardless of your program’s deadline, it is recommended that you apply at least 6-9 months prior to the term start date (depending on your country of origin). Check with your program’s application coordinator for specific guidelines.

UB is an International University

As one of the United States’ most global universities, the University at Buffalo is home to more than 4,500 students from 110 countries.

We value international students as members of our community and will provide outstanding support services for you and your dependent family members, if they accompany you to Buffalo.

Resources to Help You Succeed at UB:

• One of the best and most thorough international student orientation programs offered by any U.S. university.
• A mentoring program for new international students.
• World-class learning and research opportunities.
• Many opportunities to be involved in campus life, including international and local clubs and activities.

In addition to being an affordable, friendly and fun city , Buffalo welcomes and respects international students.

English Proficiency Requirement

International applicants must present a valid English Language Proficiency test score. It is university policy that test dates be no older than two years when students enter a program. We recommend uploading scanned copies of your results at the time of application in order to expedite the review process.

• Institution code: R2925 (SUNY-University at Buffalo)

Financial information

You do  not  need to fill out the financial section of the online application. All accepted students receive a full-tuition scholarship and stipend.

Financial Support

Because your goal is to be a research scientist, we provide the financial support that sets you on the path to the career of your choice.

Tuition and Stipend

We provide you with the financial freedom to focus on your research. As a doctoral candidate, you will receive:

• A full-tuition scholarship.
• A $31,000 stipend. 
• Medical/dental insurance.
• Broad-based fees scholarship via UB's PhD Excellence Initiative .

Our doctoral students often also successfully apply for awards, fellowships and other supplemental funding from organizations such as the American Medical Association, the National Institutes of Health and the American Heart Association.

Admissions Timeline

Strong applicants will be invited to interview. The interview serves two purposes:

• To conduct faculty interviews as part of our evaluation of your application.
• To showcase the facilities, faculty and students of the PhD Program in Biomedical Sciences so that you can evaluate us.

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Welcome to the NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program is a highly individualized and accelerated doctoral training program for outstanding students committed to biomedical research careers. NIH Oxford-Cambridge (OxCam) students partner with two Investigators - one at the NIH and another at the University of Oxford or University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom - to perform a single, collaborative dissertation project. Since the program is based on the British system, OxCam Scholars perform doctoral research without required formal courses other than those students choose to take in relationship to their own scientific interests. As a result, OxCam students are able to complete the doctoral degree in approximately four years. Students are expected to divide the time evenly between the two laboratories, with two years in the NIH laboratory and two years in the UK laboratory.

Applications for the NIH OxCam Program are available online between August and December. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and possess a Bachelor's degree by the start of the program. Students selected for admission typically demonstrate a sincere passion for science through previous participation in summer, job-related, or undergraduate/post-baccalaureate research opportunities. 

• Prospective Student
• Current Student
• Principal Investigators

The Student

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Receives tuition support and stipend for the duration of the program 
• May partner OxCam with other scholarship programs, such as Rhodes, Marshall, or Gates Cambridge

Two Mentors

• One mentor at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) intramural campus
• One mentor at either the University of Oxford OR the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom

The Doctoral Research

• In any area of biomedical research
• Self-derived and self-driven
• Conducted in the NIH and U.K. laboratories (time split evenly between both labs)
• No formal coursework required. Courses are available, if desired
• Earns a doctoral degree from Oxford or Cambridge
• Average time to completion is just over four years 

Now in its 20th year, the  NIH Oxford-Cambridge (OxCam) Scholars Program has grown from the first class of two students to a population of well over 100 aspiring young scientists whose interests find them involved in some of the most cutting edge biomedical research endeavors being conducted in the world.

As an NIH OxCam Scholar, there are resources available to help you navigate through your doctoral training. Outlines for the expectations of each year and basic timelines will help guide you through your four years with us; From tips and tricks for selecting a mentor, to guidelines for writing your research proposal and yearly progress reports, to timelines for research and thesis writing, we want to ensure that you have a place to get the information that you need.

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Student Timeline and Benchmarks

The NIH Oxford-Cambridge (OxCam) Scholars Program is a highly individualized doctoral program for outstanding students seeking to pursue a career in biomedical research. OxCam Scholars partner with two Investigators - one at the NIH and another at either the University of Oxford or University of Cambridge - to perform a single, collaborative dissertation project. Since the program is based on the British system, students are not required to take formal coursework. As a result, OxCam students typically complete the doctoral degree in approximately four years. While in the program, OxCam Scholars are enrolled at Oxford or Cambridge in the UK as well as appointed as a predoctoral IRTA at the NIH. Each student divides the time evenly between the two laboratories, with approximately two years at the NIH and two years in the UK. 

Students interested in pursuing a career as a physician-scientist may pair the NIH OxCam Program with a U.S. medical school or Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) via the NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program . NIH MD/PhD Program students partner with the medical school for the M.D. phase of training, and participate in the OxCam Program for the PhD phase of training. Funding for the medical school portion of the MD/PhD Program is provided through extramural MSTP funding from the participating medical school. 

If you are interested in mentoring an OxCam PhD or MD/PhD Scholar or would like to submit a potential research collaboration, please contact Dr. Kristi Porter. 

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Discover the Ph.D. Program at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Ph.d. program, ph.d. program overview.

At Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, you’ll discover a unique research training environment of academic inquiry and scientific discovery, combined with exceptional intellectual and technological resources designed to help you achieve your highest scientific career goals.

Through the Ph.D. program, you’ll acquire a broad expertise in biomedical science with the opportunity to go deeper into your primary area of research interest.

year average time to degree

Best graduate school rankings

a top school for biological sciences as ranked by U.S. News & World Report

Guaranteed 5-year internal fellowship

includes full tuition, stipend, and benefits

Whether you’re preparing for graduate school or applying now, the Mayo Clinic experience for biomedical science Ph.D. students is different.

Program highlights:

• Research training by leading investigators in fields ranging from molecules to populations, all in the context of exceptional health care.
• Embedded within a top academic medical center, you’ll have access to clinical data from more than 6 million patient histories.
• A Career Development Internship program where senior students experience networking opportunities in career settings different from those of their research mentors.
• A national destination for research training of students from backgrounds underrepresented in science. Mayo’s NIH-funded IMSD is more than two decades old, and Mayo invented the NIH PREP concept.
• Join about 250 students who have access to 300+ faculty members in small class sizes.
• 87% of graduates since 1989 are employed in academia or industry.
• Three campuses in Minnesota, Florida, and Arizona with diverse research opportunities.
• Every student is awarded a fellowship for five years that fully covers tuition.
• Ph.D. students receive a stipend and health benefits.

See yourself here

Hear from students and faculty to get an idea of what it's like to learn here, live here, and be a Ph.D. student at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

"I can be the scientist I want to be"

Choosing your area of specialization.

You'll choose from one of eight  biomedical science specialty tracks within our Ph.D. Program. Track choice is indicated during the application process and confirmed after admission. But you'll be able to do research and learn in any Mayo laboratory that interests you, even if it's not within your track.

Perspectives on our Ph.D. Program

"Collaboration is massive here"

Collaborative research and learning environment

The hallmark of research at Mayo Clinic is the highly collaborative interaction that occurs between investigators in basic science and clinical areas. While each investigator has a competitively funded independent lab, collaboration with graduate students and staff across the institution is common. As a Ph.D. student, you’re free to select any Mayo mentor, regardless of which track you choose.

"Allowed me to build my own team"

Teaching opportunities

Tutoring and teaching opportunities are available and optional for our Ph.D. students. If you’re interested in developing these skills, serving as a tutor or a teaching assistant can help cement the knowledge you gain from your coursework.

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Apply between Sept. 1 and Dec. 4 for the following academic year.

To get in touch with the Ph.D. Program, fill out the form on the Contact Us page .

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Ph.d. in biomedical science.

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• Systems Biology

• Cell Biology

• Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

• Skeletal Biology and Regeneration

• Genetics and Developmental Biology

Introduction

The goal of the Ph.D. graduate program in Biomedical Science at UConn Health is to educate individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science in a wide variety of settings including academia, the private sector and in government service. To achieve this goal an academic environment is maintained which fosters creative thinking and supports programs leading to excellence in scholarship, research and teaching. The program is dedicated to quality education tailored to the needs of the individual student.

UConn Health is the health sciences campus of the University. It is home to a division of the Graduate School, the School of Medicine and the School of Dental Medicine. UConn Health offers a wide range of educational and research opportunities with talented faculty pursuing exciting and innovative research on contemporary problems in biology and medicine.

Program Description

1st year students enter the Biomedical Science Ph.D. program register for MEDS 6503: First Year Graduate Experience in Biomedical Science. This new year-long course encompasses the three required laboratory rotations as well as an initial exploration block during which students can learn more about all seven Areas of Concentration (AoCs):

allowing them time to consider and select rotation labs.  This course gives students the opportunity to become familiar with ongoing research at UConn Health and obtain a sound academic foundation for future study. Many laboratories representing diverse scientific areas are available for graduate student research rotations and doctoral dissertation research. After the first year, each student selects a thesis laboratory and affiliates with one of the AoCs to develop competency in their desired scientific discipline.

Prospective Students

Prospective students can find more information on our program here: https://health.uconn.edu/graduate-school/prospective/  

Questions about admissions? Please contact  [email protected]

*Important Update* The GRE General Exam is no longer required NOR considered for admission to the Biomedical Science Ph.D. program.

The application for Fall 2025 will open in mid-September. The deadline for application, application fee, and supporting materials for Fall 2025 is December 1, 2024 . For detailed application information, please visit our Admissions Process page .

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• PhD in Biomedical Science
• Clinical and translational research
• Krebs Memorial Scholarship
• MSc by Research in Biomedical Science
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Training and cohort-building programme 

A dedicated Biomedical Science training and cohort-building programme will draw on the training offered by the collaborating departments, whilst offering the students on the PhD programme additional training and opportunities to promote collaboration and networking across the programme.

Cohort activities will include: a monthly journal club, an annual research symposium, and other cross-departmental YBRI seminars and events.

The York Graduate Research School (YGRS)  connects more than 2,000 postgraduate researchers (PGRs) across all disciplines and brings together the support you need to make the most of your research project.

All new research students are offered mentorship from within the existing research student community. For those new to York, mentors work in the same research area. Those who have previously studied at York will be offered a mentor working in a different research area. The mentor partnership is a means to explore options and understand more about working as a research student at the University of York.

We are pleased to support candidates seeking to apply for international PhD scholarships. The University of York has a special arrangement with  CONACYT (Mexico) . Additional opportunities can be found by visiting the following links: ANID/CONICYT (Chile) , ANII (Uruguay) ,  The Egyptian Bureau ,  Scholarship program (Saudi Arabia) , Fulbright (US),   Commonwealth Scholarships (several) and others. 

EPSRC Mobility DTP in Leadership and Excellence in Circular, Resource-efficient, Sustainable Manufacturing

One of a number of pilot programmes aimed at widening participation in Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) doctoral training, specifically those from industry and other non-academic backgrounds.

• Funding: Four years' or one year of fees at the UK rate, maintenance stipend/salary contribution, and a Research Training Support Grant
• Academic year: 2024/25
• Open to: Students from the UK; non-UK applicants can also be considered for a limited number of places. Applicants currently undertaking undergraduate programmes or who have graduated with a first degree within the last year are not eligible.
• Number available: Up to three

NERC Panorama DTP

PANORAMA equips its postgraduate students with the skills necessary to understand the complex interactions within the Earth system, so they can contribute to the development of scientific, policy and industrial solutions for the national and global scale problems we face in coming decades.

• Funding: Tuition fees and annual stipend
• Open to: International (including EU) and UK (home) students

Wild Prizes and Bursaries

These awards provide financial support to students from outside the UK starting a postgraduate research course in Chemistry.

• Funding: One-time £2,000 Wild Prize or up to £2,000 per year Wild Bursary
• Academic year: 2025/26
• Application deadline: Friday 31 January 2025, 12pm GMT
• Open to: International (including EU) students

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Grant

The Faculty for the Future programme awards fellowships to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or postdoctoral research in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields at leading universities worldwide.

• Funding: Up to $50,000 USD per year
• Application deadline: Friday 8 November 2024, 11.59pm GMT

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Completion of this degree offers opportunities in academic institutions, industry, government agencies and administrative positions for individuals who wish to pursue careers as independent researchers, educators, administrators or other positions requiring a terminal degree. This curriculum typically is completed in five to six years.  Base stipends for PhD students are $37,000 per year effective July 1, 2024.  Ph.D. students are also provided with paid health insurance and tuition and fees paid by a Dean’s scholarship. 

Graduate training in the biomedical sciences is offered in the following areas: biochemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, biostatistics, cancer biology, cardiovascular biology, cell biology, cell regulation, data science and informatics, drug discovery, epidemiology, genomics, genetics and development, immunology, lipidomics, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience, oral biology and pathogenesis, pathology, pharmacology, proteomics, signal transduction, structural biology, toxicology, virology and many others.

The first year curriculum offers an entire academic year for Ph.D. students to explore all of the graduate training programs before selecting a program and research area. More information about the curriculum and the research training programs can be found at the College of Graduate Studies. Students in biostatistics, epidemiology, data science, and informatics take a specialized curriculum designed by their department.

Requirements

The applicant must possess a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning or a doctorate from a professional school. No single metric is used to assess applicants, but rather a broader picture of the candidate's qualities is considered by the admissions committee. Applicants are assessed on evidence of satisfactory undergraduate preparation in the sciences, personal statements, and letters of recommendation. Participation in a monitored research experience is highly recommended for those interested in the basic sciences.  The general GRE test is no longer required for most of our programs. Students applying for Biostatistics and/or Epidemiology are strongly encouraged to submit their official GRE scores .

International Students

International applicants must have all application materials submitted by the Regular deadline of December 13, 2024. 

Because several months may be required for securing needed information and for processing an application from abroad, foreign nationals are urged to submit complete information as early as possible. In addition to other official entrance credentials, those applicants whose native language is not English must submit the official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS score) exam. The TOEFL or IELTS score must not be more than two years old. Final consideration cannot be granted to an international student’s application for admission until these official scores are received by the Office of Enrollment Management. Competitive scores for the TOEFL equals 100 and for the IELTS equals 7.

If an international applicant has graduated or will graduate from an institution that uses English as the language of instruction, the TOEFL/IELTS may be waived upon request after the application is submitted.

All international applicants that have attended international institutions must submit transcripts that have been evaluated by an external credentials service by the application deadline to be considered. The program will not waive this requirement nor make exceptions . We accept evaluations from  World Education Services ,  National Association of Credential Evaluation Services , or  International Education Research Foundation . If offered a position, and the applicant has only submitted an unofficial transcript evaluation, the candidate will be required to provide an official transcript and evaluation before any further consideration of that applicant will be given.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted through the dates shown below. However, the admissions process is rolling and you are encouraged to submit all of your application materials by December 13 for best consideration. 

All applications to the College of Graduate Studies must be submitted online. If you are unable to apply online you must petition the office of the Dean for special accommodation explaining why you are unable to apply online. The online application fee is automatically waived for domestic applicants applying to all College of Graduate Studies Ph.D. programs.

In addition to the application itself the applicant must complete all supplemental materials specific for the program to which they are applying.  These forms are available in PDF format within the application and are also sent through email once an application is submitted.  If references are submitted electronically (see application for instructions), it is not necessary to submit paper references.

Applicants are required to submit unofficial or official transcripts for each and every post-secondary school attended even if listed as transfer credit on another transcript. All materials must be received by the application deadline. In the cases where we accept unofficial documents, the unofficial document must be a copy of the original. If you are submitting an unofficial transcript, it must reflect all courses, grades, degrees awarded (if applicable), and the name of the institution must be clearly visible.

All applicants that have attended international institutions are required to submit transcripts that have been evaluated by an external credentials service. We accept evaluations from  World Education Services ,  National Association of Credential Evaluation Services , or  International Education Research Foundation . If offered a position, and the applicant has only submitted an unofficial transcript evaluation, the candidate will be required to provide an official transcript and evaluation before any further consideration of that applicant will be given.

Some academic advising reports and degree audits do not contain all the necessary information so please review the document before submitting. As part of your online application, you may upload one copy of the scanned unofficial transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution where you earned credit. For International transcripts, please make sure you include the diploma or certification verifying the degree obtained.

If you are offered a position, you will be asked to request an official transcript from each institution listed in the Education section of your application, regardless of the number of credits earned. MUSC reserves the right to rescind any offer of admission if any discrepancies are found between your unofficial and official transcripts.

As a Ph.D. student you may take an interdisciplinary first year curriculum that allows exposure to all departments and programs before a research area and mentor are selected. The curriculum consists of interactive and comprehensive didactic units, self-selected laboratory rotations, and seminars to set the stage for your research career. Later, we encourage you to define your own schedule of courses to complete your educational plan.

Departments & Training Programs

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Cell and Molecular Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics

Microbiology and Immunology

Molecular and Cellular Biology and Pathobiology Program

• Cancer Biology
• Cardiovascular Biology
• Molecular Cell Regulation
• Oral Health Sciences

Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences

Neuroscience Institute

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology

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Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Recruitment Scholarship

• Eligibility Summary
• Award Amount
• No separate application process is required, all completed Ph.D. applications are automatically considered
• Ph.D student candidates are eligible
• Must be a new student matriculating in Summer or Fall
• Scholarship awarded by GSBS Dean by recommendation from the Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Selection committee
• Those awarded scholarships will be notified upon admission offer or in the admission letter

Early Decision deadline for Biomedical Sciences Ph.D.

Dean's Scholars Award

• Award Guidelines
• Nomination Form
• All Ph.D. and MD/Ph.D. students that are in good academic standing are eligible
• New students must matriculate in Summer or Fall

To Be Announced

$5,000 increase to the base stipend (see guidelines for details)

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View Nomination Form here

GSBS Competitive Scholarship for MS Students

Competitive Scholarships are awarded by the various concentrations and programs within GSBS. It is up to the concentration/program to determine the amount and number of scholarships they will be awarding each year based on the funds available and other factors determined by each concentration/program. All admitted students are automatically considered for competitive scholarships, so no separate application forms or interviews are necessary. The GSBS office notifies scholarship winners at the time of admission to the university.

Criteria to be reviewed holistically include:

• Undergraduate GPA GRE
• Letters of Recommendation
• Personal Interview (Optional)
• Students must maintain full time status in the Fall and Spring semesters to maintain eligibility for the scholarship. If a student drops below full time status, they will lose their scholarship for the next semester.
• Students must also maintain satisfactory progress on their degree plan and remain in good standing. If a student goes onto academic probation, they will lose their scholarship for the next semester.
• During the semester of the forfeited scholarship, if a student has a semester GPA above a 3.0, the scholarship will be renewed.

Varies by program/concentration

Determined by each program/concentration

•  No separate application is required.
• These scholarships are reviewed and approved by the GSBS Miscellaneous Scholarships committee

International Education Fee Scholarship

• Scholarship Requirements
• Enrolled as a full-time MS or PhD Student
• In Good Standing (minimum 3.0 GPA)
• Letter explaining how this is beneficial to student's education
• Letter from the research advisor how the activity is beneficial to student's education and the PI's laboratory
• Detailed budget for the full trip, with declaration of all funding sources
• Presentation of a seminar to be made within the first month to upon return from the trip

Varies - Contact Michelle Ensminger

K. Wyatt McMahon Texas Tech University Recruitment Scholarship

Our former student Wyatt McMahon passed away from a brain tumor in September 2018 at the age of 41. Wyatt was a great friend and colleague to many of us, and he will be deeply missed. In his honor, this scholarship seeks to recruit the best and brightest Texas Tech University undergraduate or graduate student to TTUHSC Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program

• Nominations
• Selection Criteria
• New students matriculating Summer or Fall.
• Undergraduate degree awarded or degree in progress from Texas Tech University
• Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident
• Award must not be divided

The Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Selection Committee will select the nominee for consideration based on the following selection criteria:

• GRE (if applicable)
• Research experience (including meeting abstracts, presentations and publications) and/or potential for research experience
• Applicant CV
• Admission Interview

Luis Reuss Scholarship in Membrane Research

Luis Reuss, M.D., former Chair of the Department of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics (CPMB), is an internationally-recognized investigator in the field of membrane transport. In an effort to recruit and retain the best quality students, CPMB will honor Dr. Reuss’ contributions to the department and the field of membrane research through the Luis Reuss Scholarship in Membrane Research. The scholarship will provide a competitive $1,500 one-time award to students with a declared mentor that is a primary faculty of CPMB and that conduct research in the broad area of membrane research, including cell and synthetic membranes, membrane transport, and biochemistry and biophysics of membrane proteins.

• Requirements
• Nomination Procedure
• Scholarship Form
• All Ph.D. and M.D./Ph.D. students mentored by CPMB primary faculty that are in good academic standing are eligible.
• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 within the Graduate Biomedical Sciences Program.
• Student must be enrolled at time of award.
• The expected graduation date should be after September 1st.
• Awardees are encouraged to reapply for subsequent award cycles and previous award recipients are also eligible.
• Nomination Form signed by mentor.
• A current CV of the applicant

May 15th of every year. An announcement will be emailed to eligible students one month prior to the deadline.

A committee of CPMB faculty members will consist of the Molecular Biophysics Graduate Advisor the CPMB Chair, and one additional CPMB faculty. Awardees will be chosen based on the following selection criteria:

• GPAs, course grades.
• MemBrainy Club presentations and participation.
• Research experience (including meeting presentations and publications) and research progress (last research rubric form for GSBS).
• The applicants will be ranked by the committee, and up to three awards will be given each year.

Use of funds:

The scholarships will be awarded in June.

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Margaret Sheffield Lutherer Charitable Foundation Scholarship

The Department of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics (CPMB) seeks to continually recruit and retain the best quality students. In support of this goal, the Margaret Sheffield Lutherer Charitable Foundation Scholarship will provide a competitive $1,500 one-time award to students with a declared mentor that is a primary faculty of CPMB and that conduct research in the areas of Membrane Biophysics, Neuroscience, and/or Structural Biology.

• The expected graduation date should be after September 1st. Awardees are encouraged to reapply for subsequent award cycles and previous award recipients are also eligible.
• Nomination Form signed by mentor

May 15th of every year An announcement will be emailed to eligible students one month prior to the deadline.

Mary Lou Clements-Mann Endowed Scholarship

• Application
• Enrolled as a full-time PhD Student 3.0 minimum GPA
• Faculty Nomination in the form of a Letter of Support
• Field of study within: Infectious Diseases, Immunology, or Cancer

November 10

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Reid L. Norman & Cynthia A. Jumper Excellence in TNP Scholarship

The Reid L. Norman and Cynthia A. Jumper Excellence in Pharmacology and Neuroscience Graduate Student Scholarship

Awarded to a Ph.D. student in the Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience/Translational Neuroscience and Pharmacology Graduate Concentration.

• Award Process
• More Information

All Translational Neuroscience and Pharmacology (TNP) Ph.D. students. 

Students will receive a $10,000 scholarship and will be eligible for a one-year extension.

TNP students may be nominated by mentor or any TNP graduate faculty member. Dr.'s Norman and Jumper ask that faculty take a holistic view in deciding which student is most deserving of this award based on: academic and research performance, leadership and/or community involvement, financial need, etc. After reviewing the student's CV and mentor letter of recommendation, TNP faculty vote and nominated student is presented to Dr.'s Reid Norman and Cynthia Jumper.

More Information on GTNP Excellence

TTUHSC SOM Center of Excellence for Translational Neuroscience and Therapeutics (CTNT) Graduate Student Scholarship

Graduate scholarship to be awarded to a PhD or MD/PhD student in the Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience/Translational Neuroscience and Pharmacology Graduate Concentration by the Center of Excellence of Translational Neuroscience and Therapeutics (CTNT).

Award will be ten thousand dollar scholarship ($10,000.00), annually, to a Translational Neurosciences and Pharmacology (TNP) PhD student, and may be renewed one additional year (for a total two-year award). 

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• Funding Source
• PhD and MD/PhD students are eligible
• New students must declare a concentration before they are eligible
• Good standing includes but not limited to: GPA of 3.5 or better; no disciplinary actions; appropriate progress toward degree, etc.
• Students that drop below full-time status or go on academic probation will forfeit the scholarship. Any student who has forfeited the scholarship and has been restored to a status allowing the scholarship can re-apply for the scholarship.  Such re-applications will be considered by the Scholarship Committee.  

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Are you a high-achieving student interested in pursuing a PhD in molecular and biomedical sciences? Do you want to work with top researchers, in a world-class research facility, in a beautiful city at the bottom of the world? Then check out the Division of Biomedical Science and Biochemistry at the Australian National University.

Our Science : We provide an outstanding research environment with a world-class reputation. We are an interdisciplinary division, with highly integrated labs that work at the forefront of membrane transport processes, host-pathogen biology, synthetic biology, drug and vaccine development, immune processes, cancer biology and evolutionary genomics. We research a wide range of topics – from the physiology of intracellular parasites to the assembly of bacterial nanomachines; from the structure and biophysics of membrane transporters to the early evolution of animals; from understanding the inner workings of cells to engineering those cells to solve medical, manufacturing and sustainability challenges that face the world today. If you are interested in doing a PhD with us check out our Research Groups below, and contact prospective supervisors.

• Adamska Group - Genomic and evolutionary basis of animal development
• Altin Group - Tumour immunology and liposome targeting group
• Behm Group - Nematode molecular biology
• Brock Group - Membrane structural biology, biochemistry and biophysics
• Broer Group - Membrane transport and nutrition
• Casarotto Group - Biomolecular interactions  
• Corry Group - Transport proteins and computational biophysics
• Fahrer Group - Immunology
• Furlong Group - Bacterial structural defence
• Jackson Group - SynBio
• Lehane Group - Antimalarial drug action and resistance
• Leyton Group - Assembly, function, and applications of nanoscale bacterial surface structures
• Maier Group - Molecular mechanisms of malaria pathogenesis
• Saliba Group - Physiology and biochemistry of the malaria parasite
• Spry Group - Drug discovery for infectious diseases
• Tham Group - Understanding chytrid infection biology
• van Dooren Group - Cell biology and metabolism of apicomplexan parasites
• Verma Group - Bacterial and bacteriophage genetics, and vaccine development.  

Our Values : Our division includes award-winning supervisors and teachers, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality supervision to our students. Our PhD students are well supported through internal funding, including for conference travel and computational resources, and our labs are located in a well-equipped, modern research facility. We have a thriving community of PhD students, and our graduates go on to productive careers in many areas of science and beyond. We value diversity and inclusivity in science and have active policies to prevent discrimination. Our faculty and their research teams are comprised of people from all over the globe and from all walks of life.

Location : The ANU is situated in Canberra, Australia’s capital city. Canberra is a well-resourced regional city, set amongst beautiful mountains and surrounded by eucalypt forests. Bike riding and hiking are everyday activities, and we are a two-hour drive away from both winter snowfields and some of the most beautiful beaches on Earth. Canberra’s birdlife is stunning, and we regularly have to brake for kangaroos on our daily commute. Despite its regional setting, Canberra is a vibrant, multicultural city. There are frequent cultural evenings, festivals, art exhibits, music events, and world-class restaurant and coffee scenes.

The Australian National University: We are a research-intensive university and have an international reputation for research excellence. The ANU is frequently ranked as Australia’s top university, and one of the top 50 universities in the world.

Candidate eligibility : Domestic applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens, and must have previously completed a 1 st  class Honours or Masters thesis in a relevant field. Fully funded International PhD scholarships are highly competitive at the ANU. To be a viable candidate you need: (1) excellent undergraduate marks; (2) a Masters by Research with a high mark; or (rarely) equivalent proof of research experience. (3) While not essential, having published research papers in the past is an advantage.

What do I do? First, contact potential supervisors from the list of staff on the Research Groups above (include your CV and grades, and some details about what it is that attracts you to their field of research). If they are interested in supervising you, you can submit an application to commence a PhD via the online link below. Your application should include a detailed CV, full academic transcripts, the name of your potential supervisor, and a brief description of a research project that you and your potential supervisor have discussed. Entry to the PhD program is open to applicants with a Bachelor degree that have also completed (or are in the process of completing) an Honours or Masters research degree that comprises at least a half year, full time research component and a thesis (5,000-10,000 words). Applicants with significant research experience and publications may be deemed eligible if their achievements can be justified as equivalent to completing an Honours/Masters degree. As part of your application for undertaking a PhD, you will automatically be considered for a stipend scholarship if you tick the scholarship box in the application. Your potential supervisor or the Biomedical Science and Biochemistry graduate convenor, Dr Giel van Dooren, can advise you on how competitive your application is likely to be for obtaining a stipend scholarship. If you have questions about any aspect of the PhD application process, you can contact Giel van Dooren ( [email protected] )

General information is provided on how to apply and details about the Doctor of Philosophy program (use this link to apply online). Your application will need to include the following, so make sure you plan ahead to meet the strict deadlines. PhD applications are due by 15 April (the mid-year round for both international and domestic students),  31 August (international students), or 31 October (domestic students). Your application will require:

• Academic transcripts and graduation/completion certificates from your Bachelor and Honours/MSc degree (in its original language and, if needed, a translation), with grading scale information.
• A current CV, including scholarships or prizes, publications and conference presentations.
• A research proposal (this is quite short and your potential supervisor can help you with it).
• Proficiency in English: For international students from many countries, a current IELTS or TOEFL certificate is required. 
• Three referee reports. You need to enter your referee details on the application form. The system then automatically sends them a link to complete an online form. NB: You need to ensure your referees are willing and able to write recommendation letters and do so promptly. Plan ahead and alert them.

* If you are an international student and have the possibility of PhD funding from your home country or elsewhere, let a potential supervisor know.

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

The INDICO-II Study – Effects of Body Composition and Dietary Improvement on Cell Membrane Dynamics and their Relationship with the Aetiology of Type II Diabetes

Prognostic markers in bladder cancer, in silico modelling of endocannabinoid evolution, nihr newcastle biomedical research centre and haleon phd studentship: investigation into the links between periodontal disease and inflammatory bowel disease, funded phd project (students worldwide).

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

Postgraduate Research at the School of Science, Engineering and Environment, University of Salford

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This programme is waiting to confirm funding from a university or external source. This may depend on attracting suitable students and applications are welcome. Please see the programme details for more information.

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Unlocking the Power of UK Hospital Data: Leveraging Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing for High-Fidelity Clinical Research

Competition funded phd project (students worldwide).

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

PhD Opportunity: Menopausal Health; co-developing an intervention for healthcare professionals to improve support to women during menopausal transition in Zimbabwe

(brc) investigating neutrophil activation and altered epithelial structure in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, funded phd project (uk students only).

This research project has funding attached. It is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

Unraveling the Impact of Epigenetic and Microenvironmental Factors on Breast Cancer Development and Progression

Patient and public involvement in medical mycology: investigating opportunities and designing solutions, msc by research: time and space of torc1 signaling, using natural language processing to understand and enhance therapeutic mechanisms in digital psychological therapy, investigating the role and regulation of membraneless granules for the development of t. brucei, targeting the sweet tooth to curb population-wide sugar intake.

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The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is a customizable interdisciplinary program that bridges the gap between the laboratory bench and the patient's bedside. Every student's program is tailored to meet their specific learning needs.

Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is individually tailored to meet our students' specific needs and research interests.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program bridges basic sciences and biomedical research interests to discover and advance medically relevant knowledge, ultimately leading to improved quality of life for future generations.

The program develops the ability of graduate students to apply research skills from bench to bedside, translate fundamental discoveries into new treatments for human diseases, and prepare them for careers in academia, medical research, and biomedical and biotechnology industries.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program admits students only during the fall term.

Accepting applications for Fall 2025 from June 1, 2024, to January 5, 2025.

The Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program not only provided me with a rich experience in modern research technologies but put my career on a track that made it possible for me to chase my dreams...I will always be grateful for the constant support I received from the faculty and staff at FIU. — Tiyash Parira, Ph.D., class of 2018

I would strongly recommend [FIU's Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences] program to anyone interested in pursuing a scientific career, either in industry or academia. — Maria Lopez, Ph.D., class of 2020

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program provided the tools and training I needed to succeed as an independent researcher. My time as a student was not without challenges, but I had tremendous support from the program. I am grateful to my mentors and professors for the opportunities granted to me to grow professionally. The journey was entirely worth it! — Patience Paul, Ph.D., class of 2023

Key Research Areas

Our students collaborate with our world-class professors to conduct cutting-edge biomedical research and have the option to select their own unique concentration area.

• Acute Lung Injury
• Drug Discovery and Nanotherapeutics
• Environmental Sciences and Toxicology
• Genetics and Cancer Biology
• Immunology and Neurological Disorders
• Mechanobiology
• Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
• Mitochondrial Biology & Metabolomics
• Pulmonary Vascular Disease
• Translational Glycobiology and Functional Glycomics

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Custom Curriculum

Every student in the Biomedical Sciences program has a personalized curriculum designed to meet their specific learning needs.

The program has a minimum number of credits in didactic courses, allowing for flexibility of elective courses to address each student's research needs and giving them additional time in the lab working towards publications and dissertation research.

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Students admitted into the Ph.D. program receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships and tuition support.

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For more information about the Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program, contact one of the program directors or program manager.

Alvaro Estevez, Ph.D. Professor; Program Director, Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences   772-345-4701   [email protected]  CTS 144

Nazira El-Hage, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine; Program Co-[...]   305-348-0674   [email protected]   AHC 419E

Odalys Maria De La Rosa Senior Program Coordinator   305-348-4372   [email protected]  AHC1-300

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Researcher funded scholarship linked to NHMRC ideas grant to investigate respiratory infection and novel therapeutics.

Researcher funded scholarship linked to NHMRC ideas grant to investigate respiratory infection and novel therapeutics. 

Value and duration

$33,826 per annum

Opening date

Closing date.

31st December 2026

Number of scholarships available

One scholarship available. 

Eligibility

The minimum requirements for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program are: 

• A bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. 
• The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full time (or part time equivalent) academic year. 
• The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year; or a master's degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full time (or part time equivalent) academic year with an overall distinction average or a master's degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; or evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the ADVC RT&D or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program. At RMIT a grade of Distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a High Distinction is 80% or higher.

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For instructions on how to apply, please visit the How to apply webpage . 

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PhD Scholarship Opportunities in Biomedical Sciences

Funding and scholarship opportunities for PhD programmes in Deanery of Biomedical Sciences.

Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarship (EDCS) 2024/25

The university and the deanery of biomedical sciences will offer one studentship to a student starting their phd research in the 2024-25 academic session. .

This exciting scholarship scheme provides a valuable opportunity for postgraduate research students to undertake a package of training and development, which will help them to develop the necessary skills required to meet their career choices. It offers them a breadth of development opportunities in areas such as teaching, public engagement, entrepreneurship, data science, and research.

The scholarship covers the University tuition fee as well as a full stipend in line with UKRI rate (£18,622 for 2024/25). Subject to satisfactory progress, the scholarship is offered for 4-years (or pro-rata for part-time).

The scheme is open to UK and overseas students applying to start their first year of study for an on campus PhD degree in 2024-2025. Candidates applying for a start date before September 2024 and continuing students are not eligible to apply.

The University of Edinburgh has been working for some time to embed equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in its activities and to widen participation (WP) for students from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds. The Doctoral College is committed to embedding EDI in all of its policies and processes, and widening access to postgraduate study to traditionally underrepresented groups, including BAME students and those from the most deprived communities in Scotland and the rest of the world. The Doctoral College wishes to attract the greatest diversity of applications to this scheme and will ensure that recruitment processes are robust and unbiased.

To apply for the EDCS scholarship please note that you must first apply for admission to the PhD programme that interests you. Applying to a PhD programme is done online through the degree-finder by selecting the appropriate programme from this list and following the application process:

Anatomical Sciences  

Infection Medicine

Integrative Physiology

Neuroscience

After you have formally applied to a PhD programme the next step is to apply for the EDCS scholarship. Links to do this will become available a week to two weeks after your PhD application is submitted.

The deadline for EDCS applications is 29th February 2024.   Therefore you are advised to complete your PhD application well in advance of this date.

Please note that applications that are not supported by a supervisor will  not  be considered.

The scholarship application form will  be accessible via your EUCLID Applicant Hub. You will find guidance at  https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-systems/support-guidance/applicants/apply-scholarship/pg-scholarship .

The selection panel will shortlist candidates by the end of March 2024 , and we anticipate that interviews will take place online at a date that will be confirmed as soon as possible.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Further information

Full details about the EDCS scholarship can be found here:

Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarships

This article was published on 2024-08-05