Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences PhD
Newcastle University
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Newcastle, Main Campus

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APR-27

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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JAN-27

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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SEP-26

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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6 Years

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Newcastle University produces world-leading research in health sciences. The School of Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences comprises highly skilled researchers from a range of disciplines and areas of expertise. We work together to form a vibrant interdisciplinary academic community, with the ultimate goal of improving human health and wellbeing.We take diverse approaches to understanding and improving health, from molecular biology to population health research. Our research often ...Read more

Newcastle University produces world-leading research in health sciences. The School of Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences comprises highly skilled researchers from a range of disciplines and areas of expertise. We work together to form a vibrant interdisciplinary academic community, with the ultimate goal of improving human health and wellbeing.We take diverse approaches to understanding and improving health, from molecular biology to population health research. Our research often crosses disciplines and involves working with non-academic partners from industry, healthcare, and charity sectors.Key areas of research include: interventions to help prevent or manage different chronic diseasesunderstanding the biology underpinning health behaviours, food and nutrition sustainabilityusing computer technology to interpret biological data

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16/279
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7th
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31st
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Student Reviewer
30 Jan 26

Just a cool..Read more

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Jade
02 Dec 24

Accommodation is great, travel is great and support is always available. I love it..Read more

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a masters degree would be advantageous.

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£5,006 per year

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Tuition fees (per year) £5,006 - £18,706

£31,900 per year

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Tuition fees (per year) £31,900 - £46,000

£31,900 per year

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Tuition fees (per year) £31,900 - £46,000

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Newcastle University
Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the high quality of its teaching and research....

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