What will I learn?

Undertaking a PhD or MScR in Global Health at the Usher Institute offers you the opportunity to work in a multi- and interdisciplinary way, building on your knowledge, skills, interest and passion to carry out innovative global health research that makes a new contribution to the existing knowledge base.The programme is also affiliated to the University's Global Health Academy.

Which department am I in?

Edinburgh Medical School

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£29,000.00 (31,59,730) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

January 2027

Venue

BioQuarter Campus

Little France Crescent,

Edinburgh,

EH16 4TJ, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£29,000.00 (31,59,730) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

October 2026

Venue

BioQuarter Campus

Little France Crescent,

Edinburgh,

EH16 4TJ, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

PhD: A UK 2:1 honours degree and a UK masters degree with a mark of at least 60%, or their international equivalents. We will also consider a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, and significant work experience in an area relevant to your research project.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.