Biosciences PhD
Newcastle University
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Newcastle University

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OverviewWe offer MPhil, PhD and MD supervision in our main research areas. Our research also incorporates chemistry, biophysics and eukaryotic-microbial model.Youll join a vibrant research community of about 100 postgraduate research students. Youll work in one of our established research groups. This will be alongside postdoctoral researchers, senior students and staff. We will encourage you to present your work in the Institute and at scientific meetings.Our staff successfully attracts ...Read more

Overview

We offer MPhil, PhD and MD supervision in our main research areas. Our research also incorporates chemistry, biophysics and eukaryotic-microbial model.

You'll join a vibrant research community of about 100 postgraduate research students. You'll work in one of our established research groups. This will be alongside postdoctoral researchers, senior students and staff. We will encourage you to present your work in the Institute and at scientific meetings.

Our staff successfully attracts postgraduate funding from diverse sources. These include:

  • UK Research Councils, including a BBSRC Doctoral Training Partnership
  • Industrial CASE awards
  • charities
  • UK and international government initiatives
  • A PhD is a doctorate or doctoral award. It involves?original research?that should make a?significant contribution to the knowledge of a specific subject. To complete the PhD you will produce a substantial piece of work (80,000 – 100,000 words) in the form of a?supervised thesis. A PhD usually takes three years?full time.

    Our Careers Service

    Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

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    26th
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    Callum
    02 Dec 24

    Great atmosphere and lecturers, fun and engaging course with great opportunities and study..Read more

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    Faye
    02 Dec 24

    A bit of a delay for disability support and unclear..Read more

    Entry requirements

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

    Tuition fees

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    £4,712 per year

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    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    Tuition fees (per year): £4,712 - £16,812. The mentioned fees is for 2023/24 entry. There may be slight increase in 2024/25 year.

    £29,800 per year

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    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    Tuition fees (per year): £29,800 - £43,000.

    £29,800 per year

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    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

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    Tuition fees (per year): £29,800 - £43,000.

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    Newcastle University
    Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne

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    King’s Gate Newcastle upon Tyne Northumberland NE1 7RU United Kingdom
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