Application process
To apply for a PhD with us, you will need to complete an online application form.
The following supporting documents will be required as part of your application:
- Your CV
- Statement of purpose
- Details of 2 referees
- Copy of your transcript(s), including a breakdown of marks
- Copy of your passport
- If applicable, proof of English proficiency
Entry Requirements
Advertised studentships will include details of any specific entry requirements. General entry requirements for our research programmes are given below.
PhD Applicants
All applicants should have or be expecting:
- A first or upper second class honours degree in a relevant biological subject from a UK university or the international equivalent from a recognised institution. For international equivalencies please see Queen Mary International Office. Or;
- A medical degree from a recognised institution
Clinical Research Fellows
All applicants must have:
- A medical degree from a recognised institution
- Full GMC registration
- Clinical experience relevant to the post
- Research experience relevant to the project
- A national training number or to be eligible for one
English Language Requirements
Applicants for whom English is not a first language will also require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with 6.0 in writing) or equivalent, unless their undergraduate degree was studied in, and awarded by, an English-speaking country. For more information on acceptable English language qualifications please visit the Queen Mary website.
Enrollment and Induction
If your application is successful you will receive an official offer from the Admissions Team.
- Enrolment takes place on the first working day of each month at the Mile End campus. You will receive an e-mail detailing what is required to complete this process
- You will have a brief induction with the BCI Teaching Office, your supervisor and the Centre Administrator of the research lab you are joining.
- The main induction takes place over 2 days at the beginning of the autumn and spring semester and counts towards your annual transferable skills.
- For any questions contact the Teaching Office: bci-cancercourses@qmul.ac.uk