The University of Leicester is offering a Wellcome Trust 4 Year PhD Studentship for the academic year 2021-2022.  The studentship is open for UK/EU and International students to undertake research in the areas of Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics.

This is a brand new program for Leicester, with support from the Wellcome Trust, which can support up to eight students per year (5 intakes). It also offers a wide range of skills development, both subject-specific and career-enhancing.

The University of Leicester is a leading university committed to international excellence, world-changing research, and high quality, inspirational teaching.

Why study at the University of Leicester? As a world-class research-intensive university, Leicester delivers teaching and facilitates the learning of the highest quality. The University also provides various pathways for career advancement and professional development for the students.

Application Deadline: December 3, 2020

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Leicester
• Department: Health Sciences Genetics Cardiovascular Sciences Leicester Law School Molecular and Cell Biology
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: £19,919
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Not Known
• Nationality: Any
• The award can be taken in the UK

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: UK/EU and International students are eligible to apply for the awards.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Studentships are awarded in the areas of Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics.
• Admissible Criteria: Applicants should hold or expect to hold a UK Bachelor Degree with 2:1 honors or better or an overseas equivalent or Masters Degree in a relevant subject.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: All applicants should apply using the Apply Now link at the bottom of the page.
• Supporting Documents: Candidates must have to submit a current CV, applicant statement (maximum 700 words), referee contact details in the section provided, and upload copies of your degree certificates and transcripts.
• Admission Requirements: For taking admission, applicants are required to meet the entry requirements of the PhD degree program.
• Language Requirement: In addition to the academic entry requirements, you will also need to satisfy the English language entry requirements. You will have satisfied university English language entry requirements if you are a national of one of these countries and have completed your secondary or university education in one of the listed countries and your teaching was in English.

Benefits

Stipend for the PhD: Year 1 £19,919; Year 2 £21,542; Year 3 £23,298; Year 4 £23,997. 2021/2 rates will be available shortly.

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