PhD of Medicine
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A three-year placement-based postgraduate medical training programme.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain central concepts in Medicine
- Apply relevant analytical or practical techniques
- Communicate evidence-based findings and reflect on professional or academic ethics.
Career outcomes
- Speciality training in medicine
Curriculum
- Three-year
- Placement-based programme of four to six placements across medical specialities with direct involvement in patient care
- Assessed through workplace-based assessments and the MRCP
- and designed as core training ahead of speciality training in medicine.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Applicants should possess a minimum of an upper second class Honours degree
- Master's degree
- Or equivalent in a relevant subject
- Additional academic criteria: Varies by school and programme
- Research proposal and a supervisor are normally needed for self-funded applications.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 69
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal
- Academic CV
How to apply
- Review the Medicine admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Prepare a research proposal and contact a potential supervisor where the program requires one. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £36,700 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cardiff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Medicine |
| Department | School of Medicine |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Medicine. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
217 days left
Scholarships
Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Medicine. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.
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The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £36,700 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 69. An interview is required.
Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Medicine. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.