Applying for a research degree

You might already have a specific supervisor or project in mind, or maybe you're thinking more about an area of study rather than a specific project. Whichever route you're considering, here are some starting points:

• Find a project: search our PhD projects to check if there is a funded advertised project which fits your interests
• Find a supervisor: search our research centres and groups to find a supervisor who works in your field
• Contact your potential supervisor: if you’re generating your own research project, seek guidance on its suitability and find out about funding opportunities.

If not applying to an advertised position please ensure you have contacted a potential supervisor and discussed your project with them before applying. With their agreement please name them on your application so that it is clear these discussions have taken place.

We recommend all prospective students to visit the University of York website for full details of how to apply.

Applications are made on the University of York website:

• PhD in Medical Sciences
• PhD in Human Sciences
• MD in Medical Sciences
• MSc in Medical Sciences (by thesis)
• MSc in Human Sciences (by thesis)
• PhD or MD by published work – please contact us and submit sufficient evidence for consideration: postgraduate@hyms.ac.uk

We advise to apply at least 8 weeks before your intended start date (or earlier if you are an international student to allow for visa applications).