NIHR IAT and HEE/ICA Clinical Academic Training Programmes

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Supporting our next generation of clinical researchers


The University plays an important role in integrating clinical and academic career pathways. In partnership with NIHR, Health Education England and our local NHS Trusts we support the Integrated Clinical Academic (ICA) and Integrated Academic Training (IAT) pathways.

Read information about our ICA programme for Health Professionals.

Read information about the NIHR IAT for doctors and dentists in clinical training.

Leeds BRC Training is open to NIHR Academy members, read more information.

Helpful links:

NIHR Academy: Integrated Academic Training and Integrated Clinical Academic programme

Academy of Medical Sciences

Athena Swan

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust Research & Innovation