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26 PhD programmes in Health Sciences in Scotland, United Kingdom

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Targeting Ras palmitoylation for the treatment of cancer

This Ph.D. in Targeting Ras palmitoylation for the treatment of cancer at University of Dundee is concerned with understanding the way that Ras is palmitoylated with a view to developing new drugs for the treatment of cancer.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,682/yr

Ageing Well with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Exploring online health communities for middle aged and older women in the UK

This Ageing Well with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Exploring online health communities for middle aged and older women in the UK project is offered at University of Dundee.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,184/yr

Normative Modelling of Resting-state Eeg Across Lifespan for Application in the Early Diagnosis of Neurodegenerative Disorders

Normative Modelling of Resting-state Eeg Across Lifespan for Application in the Early Diagnosis of Neurodegenerative Disorders programme is offered by University of Dundee.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,682/yr

Is there a role for Fusobacterium nucelatum, candida or HV16 in oral disease progression

The aim of the this Is there a role for Fusobacterium nucelatum, candida or HV16 in oral disease progression study at University of Dundee would be to determine the possible association between F.nucelatum, candida and HPV16 in oral disease progression by a comparison between normal oral mucosa, benign oral lesions, oral potentially malignant lesions (OPML) and OSCC.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$36,095/yr

Evaluating the therapeutic potential of leptin-based hexamers in neurodegenerative disease

In this Evaluating the therapeutic potential of leptin-based hexamers in neurodegenerative disease project at University of Dundee , we will extend this work to examine how leptin-based fragments affect a key pathological trait of AD: build-up of neurofibrillary tangles comprising hyper-phosphorylated tau. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,682/yr

Nursing and Health Sciences

The School of Health Sciences (SHS) strives to transform lives through applied health research, within a vibrant research community within our school and the wider university. This PhD in Nursing and Health Sciences is offered at the University of Dundee.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,682/yr

Understanding and addressing loneliness in people living with long-term health conditions

This Understanding and addressing loneliness in people living with long-term health conditions project at University of Dundee would be suitable for those with a background in health sciences or social sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available

PI3K-Akt expression in dysplastic oral lesions and implications for recurrence and malignant transformation

The aim of PI3K-Akt expression in dysplastic oral lesions and implications for recurrence and malignant transformation at University of Dundee is to determine whether there is an association between the expression on PI3K-Akt in oral dysplastic lesions with recurrence, field cancerisation and malignant transformation. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$36,095/yr
University of Stirling4,2(72)
Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Health Sciences

Study for a Health Sciences PhD at the University of Stirling and you’ll join a friendly postgraduate health science community, where teaching, employability, internationalisation, facilities and inclusiveness are all five-star rated.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,087/yr
Abertay University3,9(79)
Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Pluralism as a Framework and Approach to Counselling and Social and Health Interventions

The Pluralism as a Framework and Approach to Counselling and Social and Health Interventions research programme at Abertay University will prepare you for a rewarding career as an academic and researcher, as well as opening up opportunities for a diverse range of careers outside of academia.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$18,602/yr
University of Strathclyde4,2(57)
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Physical Activity for Health

Research in the Physical Activity for Health programme from the University of Strathclyde is focused on the development and testing of interventions that encourage people to participate in more physical activity and less sedentary behaviour throughout life.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,343/yr
Robert Gordon University4,4(70)
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide

An Inter-Disciplinary Approach to Healthy City

Health and the city are strongly integrated issues. The under-developed, derelict pathogenic conditions and lack of people-centred urban design lead to an unhealthy city to live in for all ages. An Inter-Disciplinary Approach to Healthy City is a programme degree offered at the Robert Gordon University.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2½ years$24,108/yr
Robert Gordon University4,4(70)
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide

ATP-Binding Cassette Transporters in Obesity - Drug Targets for Long Term Chronic Conditions

Obesity is a well-known public health issue and the cost associated in the management of obesity related long term chronic conditions, such as, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and cancer, is enormous. This ATP-Binding Cassette Transporters in Obesity - Drug Targets for Long Term Chronic Conditions programme from Robert Gordon University.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2½ years$27,098/yr
Robert Gordon University4,4(70)
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide

Addressing Social Determinants of Health - Exploring the Role of the Community Pharmacy Team

Health outcomes are influenced by social factors rather than medicines. These can include: social isolation, mental illness, homelessness, and food insecurity all common in deprived areas. We offer a phd programme in Addressing Social Determinants of Health - Exploring the Role of the Community Pharmacy Team at the Robert Gordon University. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2½ years$27,098/yr
Robert Gordon University4,4(70)
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide

End-of-Life Decision-Making - Balancing Rights and Views on Assisted Dying

We offer a End-of-Life Decision-Making - Balancing Rights and Views on Assisted Dying degree at the Robert Gordon University. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2½ years$23,662/yr
University of Stirling4,2(72)
Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Health Psychology

Our experienced health psychologists and placement learning at the University of Stirling will prepare you to become an independent scientist-practitioner in Health Psychology.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$17,497/yr
Glasgow Caledonian University4,4(92)
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Health Psychology

This three-year taught doctorate in Health Psychology from Glasgow Caledonian University offers training in psychotherapeutic skills, research and behaviour change. It is accredited by the BPS and HCPC.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$21,917/yr
Abertay University3,9(79)
Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Mathematical Approaches to Evaluate Health Risks, Behaviour, and Interventions

Research and knowledge exchange within the field of mental and physical health/wellbeing is a key priority for the 21st century. This PhD in Mathematical Approaches to Evaluate Health Risks, Behaviour, and Interventions is offered at Abertay University.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$18,602/yr
University of Stirling4,2(72)
Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Clinical Doctorate

Study towards a Clinical Doctorate degree in nursing, midwifery or professional health studies at the University of Stirling, on the only course of its kind in Scotland.

Doctorate Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$17,497/yr
Abertay University3,9(79)
Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Impact of Contaminants on Metabolic Health

This PhD in Impact of Contaminants on Metabolic Health by Abertay University's Sport and Exercise Sciences Division will prepare you for a rewarding career as an academic and researcher, as well as opening up opportunities for a diverse range of careers outside of academia.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,308/yr

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