About this course
University of Leicester offers Cancer Studies -Personalised medicine PhD as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Medicine and Medical Studies. Based in Leicester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £24,250 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall. Intakes run across 3 windows (Semester 2 (January), 2027 and Term 1 (September), 2026…).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. All applications are considered on a case-by-case basis with professional experience also given consideration even if academic grades are not quite achieved.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Semester 2 (January), 2027
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Summer 2 (May), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
