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University of Exeter: Medical Studies

Institution University of Exeter View institution profile
Department Clinical and Biomedical Sciences
Web https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate
Study type Research

Summary

The work of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences encompasses a journey from Discovery to Translation to Impact, all of which are studied from Bench to Bedside to Beyond. We offer outstanding postgraduate research opportunities in a variety of research areas.

This journey is seen across nine core themes of activity in the Faculty:

  • Food, metabolism and nutrition

  • Lifelong Diseases

  • Infectious Diseases

  • Neuroscience, psychology and mental health

  • Sports and rehabilitation

  • Research methods, data science and bioinformatics

  • Health and Care policy, technologies and services

  • Environment, Climate and Health

  • Genes, molecules, cells and biology

Our case studies from the Research Excellence Framework 2021 tell an inspiring story of the wide range of local, national and international impacts of our research.

As a postgraduate student in University of Exeter Medical School or the Department of Health and Care Professions you will be part of a thriving community, benefiting from quality research-led teaching and supervision, as well as access to outstanding facilities. We can offer a wide range of supervision across our core research areas, but we are also involved with interdisciplinary research with other departments across in the University of Exeter.  

  • Based in Exeter, Truro and Penryn, we operate across the whole of the Southwest.

  • Research at the cutting-edge of health innovation, making a difference across the world.

  • High-quality research referenced by other academics in major journals across the world.

  • Close-working relationship with the National Health Service (NHS) - our priorities will continue to reflect national needs and priorities.

  • Commitment to high-quality applied medical research spanning from the basic biomedical to applied health services.

  • Our projects are underpinned with public and patient involvement.

To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

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University of Exeter

A Russell Group university offering outstanding career prospects  

At the University of Exeter, we provide study opportunities in beautiful and historic surroundings in South West England. Studying with us will give you the opportunity to become an expert in your field, develop valuable skills and help you build the foundations for your career. 

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of top UK research universities, ranked in the country’s top 15 in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. We are proud to produce ambitious alumni who progress to successful global careers …

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