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University of Leicester: Medical Research (intercalated)
| Institution | University of Leicester View institution profile |
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| Department | Medical and Social Care Education |
| Web | le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates |
| study@le.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 2525281 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course for intercalating medical students comprises four taught modules and a research project. The taught modules are designed to give a solid foundation in qualitative and quantitative research, including study design, research methods, statistics, ethics and research governance. The research project is a substantial piece of practical work running throughout the course.
The University of Leicester's research reputation is truly global. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), Leicester was ranked 2nd in the UK for its world leading research in Clinical Medicine. Clinical Medicine at Leicester was also ranked 18th in the world and 5th in the UK by the 2022 Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. Working with national and international experts within their research fields, you will contribute a significant piece of research to your chosen discipline, often presenting your work at national and international conferences. You can conduct laboratory and in silico-based projects within the College of Life Sciences or more clinically focused projects in collaboration with colleagues at University Hospitals Leicester.
Some recent research topics include:
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Modelling of scaphoid fractures working in collaboration with School of Engineering
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Exploring how culture and religious factors influence patients undergoing chronic treatment
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Piplloedema and nystagmus
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Breast cancer and post radiotherapy chronic breast symptoms
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Cardiac imaging and power models in aortic stenosis
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Fluid assessment during labour
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Impacts of adult autism diagnosis
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Machine learning and prediction of sudden cardiac death
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Applications are welcomed for the MSc Medical Research from students who have successfully completed at least three years of a UK undergraduate medical degree at the time of starting the programme. English Language Requirements: |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Applications are welcomed for the MSc Medical Research from students who have successfully completed at least three years of a UK undergraduate medical degree at the time of starting the programme. English Language Requirements International Qualifications |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
About the University of Leicester
Why Study Here?
The University of Leicester is renowned for world-class research and teaching. Named University of the Year 2025 (Daily Mail) and shortlisted for University of the Year (Times Higher Education 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), it offers globally recognised degrees.
The University is celebrated for ground-breaking discoveries including genetic fingerprinting and the discovery of King Richard III. A leader in UK space research for 60+ years, it has developed instruments for six active mission – more than any UK university. Research excellence is …
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