Translational Neuroscience - how to apply
** Unfortunately, this programme is now closed and there will be no further recruitment for new students. **
Number of studentships
Between 2020 and 2024 (i.e. five cohorts) we recruited six fully funded students each year to the Translational Neuroscience PhD programme. Five studentships in each cohort were funded by Wellcome and one by a 'College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine Translational Neuroscience Scholarship'.
Diversity survey
We have collaborated with the Wellcome-funded Emerging Research Cultures project to collect information on the diversity of our applicants so that we could improve access to our programme.
Edinburgh Neuroscience is a diverse and collegial community and we particularly encourage applications from outstanding individuals who belong to one or more identity groups which are underrepresented in neuroscience.
Should I contact a PhD supervisor in advance?
The Translational Neuroscience programme is designed to appeal to students with an open mind about their future PhD project. You do not apply to undertake a specific project since, during year 1, you are exposed to a wide range of new ideas, technical approaches and research areas. You then use these experiences to develop your own PhD project towards the end of first year. You should not, therefore, contact a PhD supervisor before you submit an application to this PhD programme.
Language requirements for foreign students
Overseas students whose first language is not English are required by the University to demonstrate adequate proficiency in English before they are allowed to matriculate and register as a postgraduate student.
The normal way to demonstrate this proficiency is by achieving the required score in either the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), although there are some alternative English qualifications, such as a degree from a UK university, a degree from a majority English speaking country (as defined by UK Visas & Immigration), or degrees taught in English at approved universities in non-majority English speaking countries.
Please note: you do not need to provide your English language qualification documentation unless, and until, you are offered a place on the PhD programme. We do not require this at the time of initial application.