PhD Studentships

Program Overview

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) offers PhD studentships in animal health, welfare, and sciences. Students conduct original research under expert supervision, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities. Graduates pursue careers in research, government, industry, or teaching, leveraging the program's unique opportunities for collaboration and access to a wide range of animals.

Program Outline

Program Description:

• The RVC offers PhD programs across a range of disciplines related to animal health, welfare, and sciences.
• The program aims to provide students with the opportunity to conduct original research and contribute to knowledge in their chosen field.
• Students will be supervised by leading researchers and have access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• The RVC uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, and practical sessions.
• Students will also have the opportunity to conduct their own research under the supervision of a faculty member.

Faculty:

• The RVC has a team of experienced and internationally-recognized researchers.
• Students will have the opportunity to learn from experts in their field.

Unique Approach:

• The RVC offers a number of unique features, such as the opportunity to:
• Work with a wide range of animals, including companion animals, livestock, and wildlife.
• Use cutting-edge research facilities.
• Collaborate with researchers from other disciplines.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Graduates of the RVC's PhD program can pursue a variety of careers in research, government, industry, or teaching.
• Examples of potential careers include:
• Research scientist
• Veterinarian
• Policy analyst
• Lecturer
• Consultant

Outcomes:

• Graduates of the RVC's PhD program are highly sought-after by employers.
• The program provides students with the skills and experience they need to succeed in their chosen field.

Other:

• The RVC offers a number of scholarships and bursaries to help students fund their studies.
• The RVC is located in London, which provides students with access to a wide range of resources and opportunities.
• The application deadline for the PhD studentship program is typically in January.

• UK Tuition Fees: 2023: £4,712
• EU and International Tuition Fees: 2024 fees: £30,670
• Self-funded students will need to cover bench fees, which vary depending on the project, and living costs, estimated at £15,000 per year.