Why choose the University of Liverpool?
Through the ICAT programme, we aspire to develop the next generation of leading medical academics. It is the partnership between the University of Liverpool and NHS England – North West and is jointly managed by representatives of both organisations.
The University provides a nurturing, active learning environment and supports each ICAT trainee through developing personal research skills and professional and educational practice. ICAT training is also underpinned by individualised career mentorship and academic supervision.
Within the University, we deliver world-class research in areas such as cancer, drug safety and infectious diseases for children and adults. ICAT trainees work at the forefront of these studies and conduct their research within our state-of-the-art facilities.
What does ICAT offer?
Alongside training and mentorship, ICAT provides regular trainee forums and an innovative programme of events and tailored networking opportunities.
ICAT provides a range of pathways suitable for trainees at different stages in their careers:
- Specialised Foundation Programme (SFP) Years 1&2
- Academic Clinical Fellowships
- Clinical Research Fellowships leading to PhD
- Academic Clinical Lectureship posts
- Clinician Scientist Posts and National Clinician Scientist Awards Posts
- Dentistry
Partnership working
The University of Liverpool's Faculty of Health and Life Sciences delivers ICAT in partnership with NHS England – North West, the NHS and the NIHR to provide the best value delivery of joint initiatives and projects for clinical trainees. Professor Roisin Haslett is the Postgraduate Dean at NHS England – North West and is the Responsible Officer for Revalidation.
- Read more about Clinical Academic Careers.
- Read more about Research.