Study opportunities
Opportunities in Oxford
Applications for the MCPS Visiting Student Research Placement Programme open on 30 January and close on 30 March 2026.
The MCPS Visiting Student Research Placement Programme offers outstanding students the opportunity to undertake a discrete, well-defined research project using MCPS data. Participants will develop advanced research skills within a collaborative academic environment and work closely with MCPS researchers.
The programme is designed primarily for graduate research students in epidemiology, statistics, population health, or closely related fields.
All placements are based in Oxford within the MCPS research programme and include direct supervision from an MCPS researcher.
The duration of each placement depends on the scope of the project and the availability of funding. Placements will not normally exceed six months.
MCPS provides limited financial support for applicants who ordinarily reside in Mexico and who intend to return there upon completion of their placement. Applicants are also encouraged to seek external funding to support their stay; however, having secured funding is not a prerequisite for expressing interest in the programme.
The 2026 application round is now open. Placements for this round will take place between September 2026 and August 2027, with some flexibility in start and end dates.
To apply, prospective applicants must contact us to obtain the Application Guide and the Application Form. These documents are not available publicly. We warmly encourage interested candidates to get in touch for further information and application materials.
The deadline for application submission is Monday 30 March 2026.
Doctoral and specialty programs at UNAM Mexico City
The Unidad de Investigación en Medicina Experimental at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) offers Doctoral and Specialty programmes within the Faculty of Medicine for students interested in conducting research with MCPS data. These programmes provide a structured framework for the development of high‑quality research projects using MCPS resources.
For information about programme content, requirements, and the admissions process, visit the official website of UNAM’s Faculty of Medicine or contact the Faculty directly at +52 55 5623 2600 Ext. 39911.
MCPS Visiting Student Research Placement Programme
How to Apply
To apply, please email us at mcps@ndph.ox.ac.uk to request the Application Guide and Application Form. These materials are not publicly available.