Which research degree should I apply for?
When exploring PhD opportunities we typically advise that you search for a project or funded research programme you’d like to apply for first.
When completing your application, you'll need to provide the name of the research degree associated with your project or programme, which you’ll receive upon graduation, and this should be provided to you.
If you're unsure which research degree to include in your application, speak to your supervisor or contact the Admissions team, who will be able to help.
What types of research degree do we offer?
We offer several different types of postgraduate research degree across a range of biological, medical and health science disciplines.
Which research degree you study will depend upon a number of factors including your prior qualifications and experience, your specific area of interest, and the project you apply for.
A three- to four-year degree of supervised research which offers an original contribution to a specialist subject.
A one- to two-year degree centred around an independent research project and which can serve as a pathway to a PhD.
A programme that enables medical students who aspire to be clinical scientists to pursue a PhD and develop research expertise in tandem with their medical degree.
Find out more about our CRUK Manchester Centre MB-PhD.
Find out more about our Kennedy Trust IMPACT Inflammation MB-PhD.
A one-year (two-year part-time) degree for qualified medical professionals, which will provide an original contribution and improve understanding of medicine.
A three-year programme of academic and clinical training for clinical psychologists.
A three-year degree for qualified and registered forensic psychologists, which will contribute original research to the subject.
A one-year master's which leads to a three-year PhD of supervised research in a related area, primarily for international applicants that are government or self-funded.
A four-year PhD degree with an integrated Postgraduate Certificate in Medical and Health Education, primarily for international applicants.
Find out more about our PhD with Integrated Teaching Certificate.