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We are delighted that you are considering Ulster University for your research studies in Clinical Medicine Research Programmes
Research in the new School of Medicine seeks to make a difference in the lives of local people through innovative high quality research methods. Our multi-disciplinary research is led by world-leading academics and covers areas including medical education, paediatric cardiology, public health, health-related behaviours, endocrinology and obesity.
Collaboration is central to our approach, and we partner with a wide range of stakeholders including community and voluntary groups, local health services including general practice and hospitals, and government departments and the Public Health Agency.
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The Clinical Medicine Research Cluster undertakes research in clinical populations, including clinical trials of new therapies.
Professor Alex Miras’s clinical research group is conducting infusion experimental medicine studies to assess the glucose and appetite-lowering potential, and mechanism of action, of novel peptides for diabetes and obesity. The results of this study will determine if these peptides have potential as a novel therapy to treat diabetes and obesity.
Professor Richard Brady is a robotic IBD, colorectal and general surgeon with clinical and research interests in surgical technology, device evaluation, inflammatory bowel disease, and the surgical microbiome. He is based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne but with close collaborations with local universities and local commercial partners. His current roles involve delivery of a large commercial research portfolio across regions and laboratory experimental works in Newcastle and Northern Ireland. He is deputy director of the NIHR commercial research delivery centre in Newcastle.
The Paediatric Cardiology research programme, led by Professor Frank Casey, includes projects investigating a broad range of areas relevant to the care of children and young people with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). A key focus of this research group is investigating the long-term quality of life of those treated in childhood for CHD. This includes studies on educational and developmental outcomes as well as measures of physical activity and well-being. We are conducting a very large study on the quality of life of the Down Syndrome population, and also the Baby Hearts 2 Study investigating the potential impact of periconceptual environmental factors on CHD and developmental outcome. The research team is multidisciplinary and having attracted additional grant funding is rapidly expanding.
Dr Nazia Chaudhuri conducts clinical real-world research in interstitial lung diseases (ILD)/pulmonary fibrosis. She performs retrospective and prospective real world cohort studies asking relevant clinical questions about the diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions such as ILD/pulmonary fibrosis. She runs clinical trials of novel therapies for ILD and research exploring the translational aspect of pulmonary fibrosis.
Essential criteria
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study. We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.
In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.
In order to be admitted to research study at Ulster, you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as part of your application.
Get full details on the requirements for both home and overseas applicants can be found on our English language requirements page.
PhD graduates are recognised by employers to hold valuable transferrable skills, as the nature of the degree trains candidates in creativity, critical inquiry, problem solving, negotiation skills, professionalism and confidence.
The most recent Ulster survey of PhD graduates found that 92% had secured employment within the first year since graduation (HESA Destination of Leavers Survey 2015), and while two thirds end up in the Higher Education or Research sectors, the range of skills acquired equips the remainder for employment in a wide range of contexts.
Details of tuition fees can be found under the fees schedule for the academic year of entry.
To work out for which fees you would be eligible and to find out more information about potential sources of funding, please view the Fees and Funding pages on the Doctoral College website.
We are delighted that you are considering Ulster University for your research studies.
Get full details on the application process and further guidance on how to apply, and what you will need to upload as part of your application.
Once you have identified supervisors, discussed a research proposal and are ready to make an application, please apply using the online application system.
Ulster University welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from persons with disabilities. It is University policy to assess all applications using academic criteria and on the basis of equality of opportunity and you should be assured that reasonable adjustments will be made should you require them.
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