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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Newcastle University
Full Time
JAN
36 months
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Newcastle University
Full Time
JAN
36 months
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Newcastle University
Full Time
APR-25
36 months
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Newcastle University
Part Time
JAN
72 months
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Newcastle University
Part Time
APR-25
72 months
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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:
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.
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a master’s degree would be advantageous.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,712 per year
Students from Domestic
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
Students from EU
Tuition fees (per year): £29,800 - £43,000.
£29,800 per year
Students from International
Tuition fees (per year): £29,800 - £43,000.
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