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HDR UK Turing PhD Programme in Health Data Science

HDR UK – Turing PhD Programme in Health Data Science

Health Data Research UK and the Alan Turing Institute are welcoming applications for one fully funded 4-year PhD studentship in Health Data Science to begin in October 2024.

Our uniquely supportive programme, led by Prof Christopher Yau, champions scientific excellence and sets out to address the needs of the health data sector through developing early-career scientists whose skills span statistical, computational and health science areas.

What we offer:

Students will be based in our partner university Queen’s University Belfast and will receive:

  • Enhanced and tax-free stipends with increases every year (Y1: £23,955)
  • Fully paid tuition fees at the UK ‘Home’ rate*
  • Bespoke training delivered with our industry and academic partners
  • The opportunity to develop your own research proposal with our support
  • A bursary to support the next step of your career post-PhD
  • Research expenses and travel costs
  • Learning from and alongside a cohort of fellow students
  • Your own Director of Studies as a point of contact throughout your time with us
  • A tailored Leadership programme for Years 2-4 of the PhD programme

*We are committed to a diverse and inclusive research culture. We welcome those who are returning from the workplace, international candidates and everyone underrepresented in STEM and academia. There is the possibility of an international fee waiver available.

HDR UK Turing PhD Programme in Health Data Science

Further information:

For further information on the programme, eligibility, the application process and to hear from our current students in our virtual applicant open day, please click here. The deadline for applications is 14 April 2024.

Any questions?

If you have questions about the studentships or require adjustments to the application process, please feel welcome to contact us at phd@hdruk.ac.uk or on +44 (0)770 847 8846.