PhD studentships
We provide a number of studentships for clinical and non-clinical PhD projects with the NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC).
The NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) is the only one of 20 BRCs across England that is dedicated to the study of ageing and multiple long-term conditions (MLTC) across eight key research areas.
Our experimental medicine and translational research turns innovative ideas and discoveries into practical benefits for patients and the NHS, as well as contributing to the local and national economy.
We are a partnership between Newcastle-upon-Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cumbria, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, and Newcastle University, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research.
Our research themes bring together a dynamic team of internationally recognised researchers, in the areas where we believe we can have the greatest impact on improving people’s health.
PhDs open for application
My PhD journey
Hear from previous PhD students about their experiences with the NIHR Newcastle BRC.
“People within this [NIHR] network are incredibly supportive and motivated to push the quality of research forward. I always felt like having an ally next to me opening for me several opportunities and ways in order for me to make the best choices for my research.”
Ramtin Mehraram, PhD student
“I gained holistic scientific training, as well as the opportunity to develop personal and professional relationships. These have nurtured my capacities as a scientific thinker, writer, and communicator.”
Leena Habiballa, PhD student
“NIHR focuses on improving both the quality of research as well as careers of researchers. I am thankful to the NIHR for funding my research and for providing constant career support through events and workshops.”
Sadaf Iqbal, PhD student