Wolfson Centre for Age-Related Diseases

Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements  

Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours in science, medicine or dentistry.

A 2:2 degree may be considered if the applicant also has a Master's degree with a merit or distinction.

Relevant experience may also be acceptable.


International requirements   Visit our admissions webpages to view our International entry requirements.
English Language requirements Band D Visit our admissions webpages to view our English language entry requirements.
Application procedure

Application procedure:

Step 1- Finding Supervisors: Firstly, you will need to find supervisors to work with you in this capacity. You can search through our research portal to find supervisors who work in your chosen research area. Applicants are expected to contact academics directly.

Step 2- Arranging funding: Unless you are applying for a studentship or can self-fund your studies, you will need to arrange for funding before you make the application. The following pages are useful:


Funded Research Opportunities

For tips and advice from our students who have been awarded NIHR and MRC Research Training Fellowships, particularly regarding the interview stage click here.

Step 3- Make an online application: Next you need to make your online application here.  This application will be assessed by the Admissions team to assess your references, fee status as well as your eligibility in terms of education and experience.

Step 4- Submit a Project Approval Form: The project approval form (PAF) is used to assess your project in terms of planning, feasibility and appropriateness for a PhD. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the form is completed but it is recommended that applicants work closely with the supervisors.
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Make sure you complete all sections, answering all questions fully, and signatures from all supervisors and student are included letter of support from your proposed King's supervisor is also...