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We offer a broad range of PhD projects in world-leading research groups and labs.

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The intricate protein architecture linked to disease

Scientists at the University of Leeds have for the first time identified the structure of a protein fibre linked to early-onset type 2 diabetes.

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The intricate protein architecture linked to disease

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Leaders appointed for new cancer research centre

A major new interdisciplinary research centre has been launched with the aim of putting Leeds at the forefront of global efforts to tackle cancer.

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Leaders appointed for new cancer research centre

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Research Degrees

£17 million

Astbury Centre Laboratory Investment

For world-leading biological research

Prof Alan Berry

Staff | Director of the Graduate School

"Our research postgraduates are members of the Leeds research community and through their work make a significant contribution to Faculty research. The reports on our REF submissions noted our excellent training programmes for research students."

6th

in the UK for Research Power

2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF)

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International Students

I choose the University of Leeds because it seems to have a much more collaborative atmosphere than many other universities, making it much easier for you to investigate and answer scientific questions.

Emma Cawood (Wellcome Trust 4-year PhD Programme)

International postgraduate students are an integral part of Leeds research community and contribute to our reputation for excellence. We currently have around 1500 research students studying for the degrees of PhD, MPhil, professional Doctorates and Master's degrees by research.