The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research. Our work spans from early proof-of concept fundamental science all the way up to its application in clinical settings. The Department has major interests in developmental immunology, infectious diseases of infancy and childhood, HIV infection and immune control, design, development and testing of vaccines, and in paediatric molecular genetics. Subject areas cover a large spectrum of paediatric medical, and scientific research.

The Department of Paediatrics offers a variety of doctoral opportunities across its research themes. Take a look at the outlines of prospective DPhil and MSc by Research projects - and please get in touch with the relevant supervisor to discuss the details before submitting an application. Prospective students may apply to one of these programmes with their own research proposal. Please make sure you contact your preferred supervisor for a discussion of your project before submitting your application.

Find out more about available our themes and projects for 2024 here.

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Applications for entry in 2024-25 are now open. The deadline for applications is 12:00 midday UK time on Friday 1 December 2023.