Brain Sciences
We nurture the next generation of scientists by creating a collaborative environment that supports the career development of young scientists.
Course key facts
Qualification
PhD
Duration
4 years , 6 years
Study mode
Full-time, Part-time
Delivered by
Location
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Hammersmith
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Academic requirements
Degree in a related subject
Master's preferable, but not essential
Course overview
The Department of Brain Sciences provides an ideal environment to pursue a PhD and build your career in research. We have a unique, internationally-recognised portfolio of translational research in neuroscience and mental health.
As a postgraduate research student, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and work alongside our world-leading academic staff in a dynamic and supportive research environment. We welcome applications from outstanding students from around the world, provided they meet the College's eligibility criteria.
Structure
Milestones for the first year of study include:
Within 2 months of starting:
Submit a short research plan, summarising the problem they have been set, and their proposed plan to work on it.
Within 12 months of starting (24 months for part-time):
Submit a report (Early Stage Assessment) summarising the first year’s work, including courses taken. There is a short oral examination to assess this.
Entry requirements
Footnotes
Degree in a related subject.
Master's preferable, but not essential.
Please check the Imperial College entry requirements Entry requirements to ensure you meet the minimum entry criteria for research.
Supervisors
You can view our list of potential supervisors and their research interests on our research pages. Identify a supervisor whose research interest aligns with your chosen area and contact them before making your application.
How to apply
- Identify and seek the agreement of a supervisor.
- Make an online application and upload your supporting documentation.
- Send confirmation of your online application to the Research Degrees Administrator via email to researchdegreeenquiries@imperial.ac.uk.
- Admissions and Departmental reviews of your application take place (all successful PhD/ MD(Res) applicants require an interview as part of the application process). You will be contacted following the outcome of your application reviews.
Start dates are throughout the year.
Apply online through Imperial Gateway using course code A3Z1DB.
General information relating to applying to Postgraduate Taught and Postgraduate Research programmes can be found on our Postgraduate Doctoral pages.
Fees and funding
Funding is often secured through Wellcome Trust or MRC DTP Fellowships. We have some departmental studentships available.
We also have a range of grants and scholarships which you don't need to pay back.
For further information about possible sources of funding please visit our Scholarships page.
Scholarships
Career
Graduates of the PhD programme go on to a wide variety of careers destinations.
A PhD provides academic training and also experience of a wide range of transferable skills that equip graduates with the skills necessary to embark on a range of careers. Some students continue into post-doctoral positions and ultimately academic careers, whilst many find their futures in non-academic environments.
Further links
Success Guide
The Success Guide for postgraduate students offers you advice and resources to excel at Imperial College London.
Support for International Students
We provide specialist immigration advice and run a programme of webinars, trips and events to foster integration, friendship and community.
Centre for Academic English
Throughout your degree, you can take advantage of a range of CfAE courses and resources designed to help you communicate your STEMM research effectively.
Library services
Your subject librarian can help you find books and access online resources
