Postgraduate Research
Studentship Information
Application Procedure
Students register for a 3-year PhD programme which they can enter on one of three dates during the year (October / January / April). Prospective PhD students are required to complete an online application form. All applicants for a place on the MPhil/PhD degree schemes will be interviewed (special arrangements - e.g. telephone interviews - are made for overseas applicants) and if successful, 2 supervisors will be appointed for each student.
If you wish to work with a particular staff member, or members of a specified research area, then you may indicate this on the form.
Entrance Requirements
There is competition for places and you need to hold a 2.1 or 1st class degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
There is a minimum English language requirement for overseas students of an IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub score) or a TOEFL score of 90 or above in the internet-based test. Further information on the University's English Language Requirements can be found at http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/for/prospective/international/english-language-requirements.html
Funding
PhD Studentships in the School are currently funded from several sources including the Research Councils, Industry, Charities or the School itself. These Studentships provide a minimum tax-free stipend of ~£13k / annum. The budget for laboratory expenses may come from the same source as the stipend, or alternative sources.
For information and advice about funding, have a look at
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/for/prospective/international/funding.html
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/for/prospective/international/funding/international-scholarship-fund.html
Research Areas
The School has a diverse research portfolio and range of research facilities. Research interests embrace a number of themes developed across four disciplines.
Programme Administration
Your PhD programme is overseen by Dr Emma Kidd, the Director of Postgraduate Research Studies, supported by Mrs Wendy Davies, Postgraduate Research Administrator.
For Further Information Contact:
Mrs Wendy Davies
Postgraduate Research Administrator
