Study options

Take on a research project or degree at the Liggins Institute and you’ll be supervised by internationally recognised staff and have access to world-class facilities.

Postgraduate student in the laboratory

Join the Liggins Institute and you'll work alongside world-leading researchers to discover the determinants of health and disease.

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Why study with us

You'll be supervised by internationally recognised academic staff and contribute to research that makes a difference to people’s health.

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Researcher in the Liggins Institute lab

Explore the current list of masters and doctoral research projects on offer and and their supervisors.

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Professor Katie Groom

Meet Professor Katie Groom

Professor Katie Groom, Hugo Charitable Trust Fellow, explains why research is critical to improving outcomes for mothers and babies.

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Liggins programmes

Postgraduate research projects are available at masters and doctoral level in a wide range of biomedical and health sciences, including perinatal science.

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Supervision and facilities

With a number of scholarships on offer, at least two supervisors and state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll be well supported during your study.

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Liggins Institute research clinician with a child

Looking to take your career further? Passionate about making positive change? Check out our research opportunities tailor-made for healthcare practitioners.

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Undergraduate clinical research internship participants

Apply for an internship at the Liggins Institute and you'll work alongside internationally renowned researchers, as well as getting paid.

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Distinguished Professor Dame Jane Harding discusses fetal and maternal health

What cross-disciplinary research looks like in practice

Distinguished Professor Jane Harding explains how students, staff and clinicians contribute to our understanding of fetal and maternal health.

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