University of Cambridge Fully-funded PhD Pathology Studentships 2026

The Department of Pathology has an excellent reputation in pure biological and biomedical research and is offering fully funded* studentships from October 2026 to work with one of the Research Group Leaders in this large and vibrant Department.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 3, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Cambridge
• City to studyCambridge
• School to studyUniversity of Cambridge
• Course to studyPathology
• Eligible CountryUnited Kingdom

Benefits

Funding will cover the student’s stipend at the current Research Council rate and Home University Fees. The studentship will be funded for 4 years from October 2026.

Requirements

• Applicants should hold (or expect to obtain) the equivalent of a UK upper 2.1 or higher in an undergraduate honours or Masters degree in a relevant subject. The studentship is open to those eligible for the Home rate of University fees.  Additionally, the Department requires that by the time of interview all potential students must have fulfilled the language requirements for admission. (http://www.graduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/blpapdpth/requirements)
• Please also explain your motivation why you wish to pursue a PhD in this area, outline your research interests and background, and describe the qualities and experience you will bring to the role.
• Applications from ineligible candidates will not be considered.
• Further information about the course can be found here.

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

All applications should be made online via the University’s Applicant Portal for a PhD in Pathology (BLPA22).

For more details, visit University of Cambridge Scholarship webpage