Overview

The Fully Funded PhD in Public Health at the University of Cambridge offers an incredible opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research in global health, particularly in areas related to diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic disorders. Offered through the MRC Epidemiology Unit, the programme provides comprehensive support for students passionate about addressing public health challenges and improving health outcomes worldwide.

Who Can Apply?

• Applicants must hold a first or upper second-class degree (or equivalent) and a Master's degree or equivalent training in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Students will be registered with the University of Cambridge and join one of its prestigious colleges.

Application Procedure

• To apply, candidates must submit their CV, two academic references, and a cover letter via the University’s Postgraduate Admissions Portal.
• The deadline for applications is January 7, 2025, and interviews will take place on January 23, 2025.

What Financial Support is Available?

The studentships cover full tuition fees and offer an annual stipend of £21,122, making it accessible for both Home and International students. Additionally, students are encouraged to explore external funding sources to support their research journey further.

Other Details

Research Focus:
The PhD studentships are based within the Institute of Metabolic Science at the University of Cambridge, which is renowned for its research on the causes and prevention of metabolic disorders. The MRC Epidemiology Unit offers a broad range of research topics that include diabetes, obesity, nutrition, physical activity, and public health interventions.

Students can pursue independent research aligned with any of the Unit’s nine key research programmes, including areas like global diet research, public health modelling, and physical activity epidemiology.

PhD students will have the chance to shape their research focus within the Unit's nine key programmes:

1. Aetiology and Mechanisms of Diabetes and Related Metabolic Disorders of Later Life
2. Early Life Aetiology and Mechanisms of Diabetes and Related Metabolic Disorders
3. Physical Activity Epidemiology
4. Behavioural Epidemiology and Interventions in Young People
5. Prevention of Diabetes and Related Metabolic Disorders in High-Risk Groups
6. Population Health Interventions
7. Public Health Modelling
8. Global Diet and Physical Activity Research

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