The MRC Epidemiology Unit is a research department in the School of Clinical Medicine at the University of Cambridge and investigates the causes and prevention of obesity and diabetes.

Our PhD students have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research under the supervision of senior scientists supported by postdoctoral researchers and a large team of fieldworkers, data managers, statisticians, study coordinators, technical and administrative staff. You can view some of our facilities on the University of Cambridge virtual tour website.

PhD students are registered with the University of Cambridge under the subject heading ‘Biological, Medical and Veterinary Sciences’. Students belong to one of the University’s colleges and are trained at the MRC Epidemiology Unit at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. The general framework of the PhD training programme is outlined by the Postgraduate School of Life Sciences.

Every year, the Unit provides the opportunity for candidates to start a PhD in any of our research programmes. More information about PhD studentships at the MRC Epidemiology Unit can be found by following the links below:

• PhD Topics
• PhD programme
• Why study here?
• Financing your studies
• PhD Applications
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Student Testimonials
• Useful Links

For further information on PhD opportunities with the MRC Epidemiology Unit contact us directly:

E-mail: graduatestudies@mrc-epid.cam.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1223 330315
Fax: +44 (0)1223 330316

Postgraduate Studies
MRC Epidemiology Unit
University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine
Box 285 Institute of Metabolic Science
Cambridge Biomedical Campus
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
United Kingdom