Biotechnology (Medical Sciences) MPhil, PhD
Newcastle University
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Explore the field of medical sciences with a Biotechnology PhD and MPhil at Newcastle University.OverviewWe invite proposals for MPhil and PhD biotechnology projects in the field of medical sciences.Our biotechnology PhD and MPhil sits in the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS).We offer MPhil and PhD supervision in the following research areas:Our research focuses on translational medicine. This spans drug discovery and development to effective product commercialisation and process optimisation. ...Read more

Explore the field of medical sciences with a Biotechnology PhD and MPhil at Newcastle University.

Overview

We invite proposals for MPhil and PhD biotechnology projects in the field of medical sciences.

Our biotechnology PhD and MPhil sits in the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS).

We offer MPhil and PhD supervision in the following research areas:

Our research focuses on translational medicine. This spans drug discovery and development to effective product commercialisation and process optimisation. Our key areas are:

  • the development of drugs for the treatment of cancer and psychiatric disorders
  • novel antibiotic innovation
  • design and development of integrated electrochemical and bio-microelectromechanical (bio-MEMS) sensors. This is for the application to diagnosis of disease processes and sensor technologies. This provides real-time, high content intracellular analysis using polymer-based nanosensor systems
  • Your development

    We'll provide you with a comprehensive research training programme. This includes training in professional skills and research techniques. We'll also support your personal development. We have a thriving postgraduate research culture and great support for international students.

    Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS) researcher development programme

    Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:

    perform better as a researcher

    boost your career prospects

    broaden your impact

    Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.

    You’ll cover:

    techniques for effective research

    methods for better collaborative working

    essential professional standards and requirements

    Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.

    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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    Entry requirements

    MPhil - a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a science or medicine related subject; PhD - 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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    Domestic

    £4,712 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    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

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    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 per year (PhD Full time and MPhil Full time).

    £29,800 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    Tuition fees (per year): £29,800 - £43,000 per year (PhD Full time and MPhil Full time).

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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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