Wellcome Trust DTP in Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics

Funding

Studentships funding:

• Four years fees at UK fee rates
• Wellcome Trust stipend* for the four years of the PhD

*PhD stipend

• Year 1 - £23,955
• Year 2 - £24,525
• Year 3 - £25,096
• Year 4 - £25,666 

Entry requirements

• Candidates applying to the PhD should hold or expect to hold an undergraduate degree or a Master's degree in a relevant subject or overseas equivalent
• University of Leicester English language requirements apply

Candidates who do not meet these entry requirements, but feel they have additional research experience should describe this clearly in the applicant statement.

We welcome applications from those from underrepresented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities.

The four-year PhD may also be undertaken on a part time basis for students who have family or other commitments (UK applicants only).

Any questions regarding flexible study can be directed to genomicsphd@le.ac.uk.

Applicants should note that this programme is not intended for clinically active, medically qualified candidates.

Informal enquiries

For project enquiries please contact the relevant theme lead or the project supervisor in the first instance.

Administration and general enquiries to genomicsphd@leicester.ac.uk.

How to apply

To apply, click on the Wellcome Trust DTP application button at the bottom of this page to access the online application and select  January 2025.

Application advice

Please upload the following to your online application:

• CV - include all your academic qualifications including those currenting being undertaken
• Applicant statement:
  • Be of 700 words or less
  • Explain why the candidate is planning to undertake study at PhD level
  • Explain why the candidate should be considered for a PhD studentship within the Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics Doctoral Training Programme at the University of Leicester
• Degree certificates and transcripts of study already completed and if possible transcript to date of study currently being undertaken
• Evidence of English language proficiency if applicable
• In the reference section please enter the contact details of your two academic referees in the boxes provided or upload letters of reference if already available.
• In the funding section enter Wellcome Trust DTP
• In the supervisors section enter the Project Title and Reference Number of each project you want to be considered for in order of preference (up to three projects)

It is advisable that candidates approach the supervisor(s) of their proposed project(s) prior to submitting their application.

Interviews

Interviews are expected to be held week beginning 9th December and candidates will have a choice of either in-person or virtual interviews.

Eligibility

UK applicants only

Applicants who hold EU Settled or Pre-Settled status may be eligible for UK fees. Please email a share code to pgradmissions@le.ac.uk and include your application number so that we can verify your status (The share code we need starts with S)