Ear Institute

Overview

This Ear Institute MPhil/PhD programme from University College London (UCL) provides a multidisciplinary environment, It is s unique opportunity to undertake research and receive world-class training in state-of-the-art techniques. 

The extensive specialities of the research investigators at the Ear Institute provide an opportunity to study just about every aspect of hearing from cell and molecular biology to clinical research and cognitive neuroscience. Collaborations between these areas also allow novel experimental approaches that cross traditional scientific boundaries.

Careers

Recent graduates have gone on to work in research institutions across the world, in higher education, in schools, the NHS (Moorfields Eye Hospital) and other disciplines.

Employability

Research students who study at the Ear Institute are exposed to a unique and truly multidisciplinary environment in a world-class institution. Academic employers across the world recognise the strength of the institute and the employability of students is therefore greatly enhanced. 

The excellence of the training environment is also recognised by non-academic employers as recent graduates have obtained prestigious positions in government departments and in patenting law. In addition, the engagement with leading manufacturers and suppliers of audiological devices and pharmaceutical companies provides excellent employment opportunities for students.