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GW4 BioMed MRC DTP (Universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter)
GW4 BioMed MRC DTP PhD Studentship 2027: Medication Adherence in Young People with First Episode Psychosis
A PhD project exploring how young people with first episode psychosis make decisions about medication adherence over time using a longitudinal mixed-methods design, including qualitative interviews and diaries and quantitative measures. Findings are intended to inform patient-centred strategies to improve adherence and support recovery.
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Everyone needs
- degree Hold or be about to obtain the qualifying degree
- degree Relevant medical sciences field
- UK applicants, International applicants
- language Application must be completed in English
- language Applicants whose first language is not English must meet their host university’s English language requirements
- admission Successful applicants must submit qualification documents to their university to receive an offer before the …
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- degree UK first honours degree
- degree UK upper second-class honours degree
- degree Equivalent qualification from outside the UK
Preferences and flexible criteria (2)
- 30% of each cohort
- Non-medical background
- Level of study
- PhD
- Fields of study
- Medicine and health
What's covered Fully funded
- Funding type
- Fully funded
- Funding details
- All positions are funded. A studentship includes full tuition fees at the UK/Home rate, a stipend at the minimum UKRI rate, a Research & Training Support Grant (RTSG) of £2,000 to £5,000 per year and a £300 annual travel and conference grant; full-time studentships last 4 years. International students have full funding for fees and do not pay the difference between home and international fees, but must cover visa costs, the NHS surcharge and relocation costs.
- Host country
- United Kingdom
- Host institution
- Cardiff University
What I need English proficiency required—evidence not specified
- English requirement
- English proficiency required—evidence not specified
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- Before applying, check the qualification requirements of the project's host institution (Cardiff University). Required
- If you have non-UK qualifications, use the qualification conversion table to find the UK equivalent. Required
- If your qualification is not listed, contact GW4 BioMed at gw4biomed@cardiff.ac.uk to request a conversion; processing may take up to 2 weeks. Required
- Read the student guidance. Required
- Attend a Candidate Support Webinar. Required
- Submit the application using the application form. Required
- If successful, submit your qualification documents to your university to receive an offer before the studentship begins. Required
- Deadline
- 21 October 2026
- Application cycle
- 2026 application cycle
- Notes
- The project can be completed part time.
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