PhD in Biology and Biochemistry
University of Bath
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We are renowned for our broad range of world-leading and internationally excellent research on animals, plants and microorganisms that fall into the theme areas below. The outstanding quality of the research is reflected in the level of external funding from the UK Research Councils, medical charities, European Union and Industry as well as publications in the top international journals (Nature, Science, PNAS and PLoS Biology).Research themes:Cell and developmental biology; Evolution and ...Read more

We are renowned for our broad range of world-leading and internationally excellent research on animals, plants and microorganisms that fall into the theme areas below. The outstanding quality of the research is reflected in the level of external funding from the UK Research Councils, medical charities, European Union and Industry as well as publications in the top international journals (Nature, Science, PNAS and PLoS Biology).

Research themes:

Cell and developmental biology; Evolution and biodiversity; Infection and immunity; Medical and industrial biotechnology.

What will I learn?

The great strength of the department is its academic breadth with specialisms including: Biodiversity, Evolution, Cell and developmental biology, Infection and immunity Molecular structure and function, Neuroscience, Plant sciences.

You will benefit from working with academics and their groups operating at the cutting-edge of their discipline – you will quickly become an expert yourself and learn how to become an independent researcher capable of designing and carrying out your own research. In addition you will learn how to work in teams, gain technical expertise, develop your skills of critical analysis and learn how to present scientific data in an accessible form through writing and oral presentation within the department and at conferences.

You will also have fun through your research and the vibrant postgraduate culture that exists in our department and will be encouraged to share your enthusiasm for your discoveries.

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68/101
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6th
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CUG Ranking
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8th
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Sam
15 Feb 24

The location of the uni is a bit annoying as the bus is so expensive. As the bus is pretty much the only public transport route to get to the uni so should be made cheaper for..Read more

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Lily
15 Feb 24

The campus is lovely and very pretty but some of the buildings are a bit old and run down. The student life is great with lots offered from sports, arts, music. The student..Read more

Entry requirements

We normally require a student to have a first or upper second class honours degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant subject.

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£4,800 per year

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£27,900 per year

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£27,900 per year

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University of Bath
University of Bath , Bath

The University of Bath is one of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, known for excellence in teaching and research, a...

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Claverton Down Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bath Spa  0.7 miles away
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