University of Manchester Kennedy Trust IMPACT Inflammation MB-PhD 2025

The Kennedy Trust IMPACT Inflammation MB-PhD is a fully funded three-year programme aimed at MBChB students who wish to intercalate to train as clinician-scientists.

The programme will see you work towards both your MBChB and PhD awards over the course of the programme, combining your medical training with research training in the area of inflammation sciences.

Each year, we aim to recruit the best candidates who are seeking to drive new innovations in clinical care and research. Our first cohort of students started their studies in September 2021

Eligibility Criteria for University of Manchester Kennedy Trust IMPACT Inflammation MB-PhD 2025

Applicants must be MBChB students and either:

1. Currently studying in Year 3; or
2. Currently studying in Year 2 and already hold a BA/BSc degree with a minimum Upper Second class degree classification in a relevant subject area

Applications from those wishing to intercalate will be subject to permission being received from your current university.

Applicants on the MBChB at The University of Manchester and the BSc (Hons) Medicine - Manchester pathway at the University of St Andrews will receive priority for places.

Documents Required for Application

Your application form must be accompanied by a number of supporting documents as listed below.

CV

This should include qualifications (subjects passed at GCSE, A-level or equivalent, including grade). These will be considered in relation to widening participation and/or university access arrangements, to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly.

Include higher education qualifications already obtained or currently being taken, academic prizes, research projects and subjects of special interest (from current or previous studies), extracurricular interests, and activities and positions of responsibility relevant to your application.

Supporting statement

This should be 1,000 words maximum. It should include your reason for wishing to join the MB-PhD programme and a statement outlining your particular interest in the projects to which you are applying.

References

We require two references from people who have knowledge of your academic ability. These are usually academic references, from a lecturer or professor at your current or previous university.

You will need to provide details of your referees in section 10 of the online form. Your referees will be contacted directly after you submit your application and directed to complete our online reference form.

Email addresses

It is recommended that the email address you provide for your referees is related to the academic institution or organisation to which they belong, rather than a personal use email (for example, john.smith@yahoo.com).

If a personal email address is provided, it may cause delays to your application, as extra steps may be required to verify this.

External medical students

You will require an official letter of support from your current institution stating you have permission to undertake the MB-PhD programme at The University of Manchester.

Benefits of University of Manchester Kennedy Trust IMPACT Inflammation MB-PhD 2025

Successful applicants will receive a PhD studentship for the three-year duration of the programme, which includes:

1. Full funding for PhD tuition fees (up to the UK rate)
2. Lab costs/running expenses
3. Annual stipend of £23,000 in Year 1, £24,759 in Year 2 and £26,000 in Year 3.

Key dates

1. Application deadline: Friday 23 May 2025
2. Interviews: June 2025

How to Apply

For more details, visit University of Manchester Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

May 23, 2025

Application Link(s)

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