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PhD

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the most common type of Doctoral course, which normally takes three or four years of full-time study to complete. Part-time study is also an option.

PhD courses

Integrated PhD

This type of doctoral training typically consists of a one-year Master's course (MSc or MRes) which leads straight into a three-year PhD.

Integrated PhDs

Professional Doctorates

Aimed at working professionals, these research qualifications (EngD and MD(Res)) combine taught courses and a supervised research project associated with your current employment.

Professional Doctorates

Split PhD scheme

Our Split PhD scheme allows you to carry out some of your research abroad, either in the field or at an overseas institution.

Split PhDs

Partner Research Institution (PRI) scheme

If you work in a public research institution, industrial research laboratory or at another university then you may be able to register for a PhD at Imperial but carry out the research where you work.

Partner Research Institution (PRI) scheme

Admission with advanced standing

Advanced standing allows you to be admitted for a doctoral course with a shorter registration period.

Apply for admission with advanced standing

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