Research degrees

Access world-class facilities and learn from the experts in your field of study.

We offer doctoral degrees, masters by research and advanced clinical training within our world-renowned interdisciplinary research institutes and centres.

Types of research degrees offered

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Research alongside experts in the field and join our extensive network of interdisciplinary groups, centres and institutes.

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A Masters by Research provides an excellent grounding in research and is the ideal stepping stone to a PhD.

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Information on the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and the Edinburgh Clinical Academic Training programme for medical clinicians.

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The Professional Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVetMed) provides an opportunity for qualified veterinary surgeons to undertake a period of advanced clinical training in a chosen specialty