PhD Biological Sciences
University of Exeter
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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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OverviewOur research is organised into nine distinct research themes:•Biochemistry and Molecular Microbiology•Cell and Developmental Biology•Disease Ecology and Evolution•Ecosystems•Environmental Biology•Marine Ecology•Medical Mycology•Microbial Evolutionary Ecology•Plant and Algal BiologyResearch overviewOur location in the South West enables us to undertake a wide range of biological science research, from cell and molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry through to evolutionary, ...Read more

Overview

Our research is organised into nine distinct research themes:

Biochemistry and Molecular Microbiology

Cell and Developmental Biology

Disease Ecology and Evolution

Ecosystems

Environmental Biology

Marine Ecology

Medical Mycology

Microbial Evolutionary Ecology

Plant and Algal Biology

Research overview

Our location in the South West enables us to undertake a wide range of biological science research, from cell and molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry through to evolutionary, environmental, ecological and conservation studies. Our research groups reflect the interests and expertise of our staff, ensuring that we are able to optimise the knowledge of our academic experts.

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58/101
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14th
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Angelica
21 Jan 25

It's amazing to be around such green areas while studying. I think the NHS inside campus maybe could be improve, specially during winter when most of the people are getting..Read more

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Chrisna
13 Dec 24

Great location. Beautiful campus. Feel welcome as an international..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants will typically hold (or be expected to attain) a First Class or Upper Second Class degree in biology or a related subject (or equivalent qualifications from other countries).

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4,786 full-time.

£27,500 per year

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £27,500 full-time.

£27,500 per year

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £27,500 full-time.

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21 Jan 25
PhD Biological Sciences
It's amazing to be around such green areas while studying. I think the NHS inside campus maybe could be improve, specially during winter when most of the people are getting...
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13 Dec 24
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Great location. Beautiful campus. Feel welcome as an international...
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University of Exeter
Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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