Clinical & Surgical Sciences PhD/iPhD/MD/MSc (Research)

Program Overview

Students conduct independent research under expert supervision, focusing on topics within clinical and surgical sciences. The program emphasizes research skills development and prepares graduates for careers in research, academia, and industry.

Program Outline

Outline:

Program content:

The PhD in Clinical & Surgical Sciences focuses on individual research projects tailored around the expertise of principal investigators. These projects cover a wide range of topics within the field of clinical and surgical sciences, including:

• Anaesthesia
• Brain Injury Neuroinformatics
• Child Health
• Human Nutrition
• Medical Genetics
• Molecular Pathology
• Reproductive & Maternal Medicine
• Surgery
• 3-4 years full-time; 5 years part-time: This is the standard PhD program structure.
• 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time: This structure is specifically designed for the MSc (Research) program.
• 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time: This structure is intended for the MD (Doctor of Medicine) program, which is only open to medically-qualified graduates.
• 5 years full-time: This structure is unique to the Integrated PhD (IPhD) program, which combines an MSc and PhD project in a 1+3+1 format.

Course schedule:

The course schedule for the PhD program is based on the individual research project chosen by the student. Students work closely with their supervisor to develop a research plan and timeline. Instead, students focus on conducting independent research under the guidance of their supervisor. They may participate in research seminars, workshops, and conferences related to their research topic.

Assessment:

Assessment in the PhD program is based on the successful completion of the research project. This typically involves:

• Regular meetings with the supervisor to discuss progress and receive feedback.
• Submission of written reports and presentations of research findings.
• A final thesis defending the research project.
The specific assessment criteria vary depending on the research project and supervisor.

Teaching:

The PhD program emphasizes independent research under the guidance of a supervisor. However, students also receive support through:

• One-on-one supervision meetings.
• Research seminars and workshops.
• Training in research methods and academic writing.
• Access to research facilities and resources.
The program boasts a team of highly qualified faculty with expertise in various areas of clinical and surgical sciences. This ensures students receive expert guidance and support throughout their research journey.

Careers:

Graduates of the PhD program in Clinical & Surgical Sciences are well-prepared for a variety of careers in research, academia, and industry.

Potential career paths include:

• Research scientist
• Academic researcher
• Clinical research associate
• Medical writer
• Healthcare consultant
The program equips graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to make significant contributions to the field of clinical and surgical sciences.

Other:

• The program welcomes applications from international students.
• The University of Glasgow offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support postgraduate research students.
• The College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences provides a supportive and stimulating environment for all postgraduate students.

UK: £4,786 International & EU: £47,100 Prices are based on the annual fee for full-time study. Fees for part-time study are half the full-time fee. Irish nationals who are living in the Common Travel Area of the UK, EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, and Internationals with Indefinite Leave to remain status can also qualify for home fee status.