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How do I apply for a PhD at Imperial?

Written by Shayma, PhD Genomic Medicine

Applying for a PhD can be a daunting and extensive process. However, with the right guidance, it can become a smooth and even exciting experience, allowing you to better understand your goals and interests. Here’s a rough guide for finding a PhD that is a good fit for yourself, based on my personal experiences of finding, choosing and applying for a PhD at Imperial.

Why do a PhD?

Before beginning to search for a PhD, you must first understand why you want to do a PhD. A PhD is a commitment, and making sure it aligns with your goals and interests is important.

How do I apply for a Master’s at Imperial?

Written by Haaris, MRes Bioengineering

Applying for postgraduate study can be daunting, but it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn at the cutting edge of your field, meet inspiring individuals and push your limits for career success.

1. Choose a course

The first and most important step is choosing a course. Generally, Imperial’s graduate degrees are either course-based or research-based.

Course-based degrees, known as postgraduate taught courses, are similar to a Bachelor’s as they focus on seminars and assignments, with the potential to do a capstone project – a long-term assignment where you apply what you’ve learnt to a real-world problem or research question – towards the end of your course.

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