Doctoral Training Programmes

PhD vs. Doctoral Training Programme: What’s the Difference?

A PhD is primarily research-based, with minimal formal teaching. Students develop expertise through their supervisors, conferences, hands-on experience, and independent study.

A Doctoral Training Programme (DTP), includes structured teaching in the first year, along with short research projects (lab rotations). This foundation prepares students before they begin their main research project in years two, three, and four.

Both paths lead to a PhD, but DTPs offer additional training and broader research exposure before specialising.

Learn more about PhDs here.

How to find a UK Doctoral Training Programme in neuroscience?

DTPs provide competition-funded PhD projects over 3.5-4 years to support early career research students.

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