PhD in Biomedical Science
University of York
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University of York - Heslington Campus

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This programme provides an opportunity for outstanding graduates with an interest in biomedical science, the area of basic science which focuses on the study of fundamental biological processes involved in health and disease. Spanning a wide variety of disciplines in the life and physical sciences, biomedical research employs cross-disciplinary approaches with the overall aim to understand and treat disease.Studying across a range of disciplines you will have access to tailored York Biomedical ...Read more

This programme provides an opportunity for outstanding graduates with an interest in biomedical science, the area of basic science which focuses on the study of fundamental biological processes involved in health and disease. Spanning a wide variety of disciplines in the life and physical sciences, biomedical research employs cross-disciplinary approaches with the overall aim to understand and treat disease.Studying across a range of disciplines you will have access to tailored York Biomedical Research Institute (YBRI) doctoral training activities focussed on the biomedical sciences and the core YBRI themes:Immunology, haematology and infectionMolecular and cellular medicineNeuroscience

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Beth
26 Feb 24

York is really really beautiful but it’s a very expensive city and during the cost of living crisis is really difficult to manage your funds effectively. The departments at York..Read more

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Iris
26 Feb 24

Almost if the facilities are newer, some could do with some upgrading. The city is just very very expensive! The housing prices are..Read more

Entry requirements

For entry to our research degree courses, you will normally be expected to have a good honours degree (first or upper second class or equivalent) in any biological subject. We will consider applicants with backgrounds in Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Environment, Mathematics, Medicine or Physics who can demonstrate a commitment to the biosciences. IELTS - 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in each component , TOEFL - 87, with a minimum of 21 in each component

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£5,006 per year

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£29,900 per year

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£29,900 per year

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Beth
26 Feb 24
Biomedical Sciences
York is really really beautiful but it’s a very expensive city and during the cost of living crisis is really difficult to manage your funds effectively. The departments at York...
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Iris
26 Feb 24
Biomedical Sciences
Almost if the facilities are newer, some could do with some upgrading. The city is just very very expensive! The housing prices are...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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