We offer research degrees at both MSc and PhD level across the four main areas of biomedical research – cancer imaging; cardiovascular and haemostasis; metabolism and diabetes; wound healing and respiratory medicine.
By studying with us, you will have the opportunity to perform your research in our state-of-the-art facilities located both on the University of Hull campus and at Castle Hill Hospital and Hull Royal Infirmary sites. In addition, undertaking postgraduate training with the Hull York Medical School gives you access to additional equipment and facilities from the University of York.
As part of our postgraduate training programs, we offer tailored support to each student throughout their project through their own Thesis Advisory Panel (TAP). Regular meetings with your TAP ensures continuous development of your research and provides a supportive opportunity to speak with experts within the field of research, where you can ask for advice ranging from experimental planning to guidance on preparing your thesis.
In addition, Hull York Medical School is committed to equipping all graduate researchers with a broad portfolio of transferrable skills, through a range of training opportunities provided by our host universities, the University of Hull and the University of York. Find out more about the Postgraduate Researcher Development Scheme.
Our programmes
PhD in Medical Sciences – Doctoral students are a vital part of our research community. We provide a supportive and collaborative research environment, where you will have opportunities to work with leading experts and in state-of-the-art facilities both on campus and partner hospital sites in Hull.
MSc in Medical or Human Sciences (by thesis) – This programme is ideal for you if you want to get involved in postgraduate research, and obtain the skills to progress to a PhD or MD. The MSc by thesis gives you an opportunity to conduct an independent research project within our Institute.
If you are interested in undertaking research with us, please contact: postgraduate@hyms.ac.uk
Funded opportunities
Funded PhD Training Fellowships/PhD studentships, when available, are listed on our funded opportunities page.
Self-funded opportunities
We welcome enquiries from prospective students who are interested in self-funded project, or have sought funding from elsewhere.
You might already have a specific supervisor or project in mind, or maybe you're thinking more about an area of study rather than a specific project.
Please contact us at: bim@hyms.ac.uk