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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JUL-26
3 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
OCT-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
APR-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JUL-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JAN-27
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
JUL-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Full Time
APR-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
JUL-27
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
OCT-26
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
JUL-26
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
APR-27
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
APR-26
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
JAN-27
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Cathays Park Campus
Part Time
JAN-26
5 Years
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Our research ranges across the biological sciences, from the understanding of precisely how neurons grow, to the mechanisms of cancer and other diseases, the molecular basis of animal and plant development and exploring the genetics of orang-utans, elephants, pandas and other endangered species. Research is led by internationally renowned researchers running dynamic research programmes, with access to a range of state-of-the-art technology facilities. Our reputation is reflected in the tens of millions of pounds in research funding that we attract annually and by our consistent high level of publications in top international journals. We encourage high-level interdisciplinary collaborations, both nationally and internationally. We are ranked 13th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. In this assessment 60% of our research was deemed ‘outstanding’ for its impact in terms of its reach and significance. Full-time duration - PhD: 3-4 years MD: 2 years MPhil: 1-2 years
A 1st or Upper 2nd class UK honours degree or equivalent is usually required. Suitable for graduates in biological and related sciences, including anatomy, physiology and pathology, aural and oral sciences, biomedical sciences, biology, chemistry, computer science and informatics, forensic science, genetics, medicine, neuroscience, optometry and vision sciences, mathematics and statistics, pharmacology, psychology, sport sciences and zoology.
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£25,450 per year
Students from International
Living cost -The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is 1023 per month. The fee mentioned is for 2024/25 entry and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025/26 entry.
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