About this programme

UCL Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology (UCL ICTM) is a centre of excellence for clinical trials, methodology, meta-analysis and epidemiological research. This research degree aims to train and mentor the next generation of trialists and methodologists, by placing students within UCL Clinical Trials Units (CTUs), working alongside researchers and trial teams.

Programme facts

Level: Doctoral
Field: Medicine
Duration: 3 years
Tuition: £34,700 / year
English: IELTS 7
Study mode: Full-time, Part-time
Intake: October
Deadline: Rolling admissions

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree and/or a Master’s degree (preferably with a merit or distinction) in a relevant discipline, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

Visa

Visa required: Student visa
Application fee: GBP 558
Proof of funds: GBP 1,171/mo
Processing time: 3–8 weeks

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all - confirm your own case on the official visa page.

Scholarships available (7)

Research Excellence ScholarshipFully funded · Applications close 1 October 2026
Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
IOE - China Scholarship Council (CSC) ScholarshipFully funded
Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
Colt Foundation FellowshipsPartial funding · Deadline 9 April 2026; check official website for next cycle
Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds

Clinical Trials and Methodology MPhil/PhD