The programme is part of a structured career pathway within the ICAT programme and is ideally suited to those with an interest in research, or who already know they want to pursue an academic career.
Securing an academic foundation appointment is highly competitive. It is not essential, but an advantage for applicants to already hold a degree such as a MRes, MPhil, MSc or PhD and to demonstrate other evidence of research activity, particularly published work.
This structured two-year programme allows you to obtain clinical competencies, while following a research interest of your choice. You will gain the essential knowledge required of Doctor in training and also develop research, teaching, leadership and management skills.
Specialised foundation is not the only pathway into academic medicine and it is still possible to undertake training at a later stage. For more information see Integrated academic pathway for researchers (PDF, 334KB).
How to apply
For more information and how to apply, please visit the SFP website.