PhD in Biotechnology
University of Cambridge
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Cambridge

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OCT-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Cambridge

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Cambridge

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4 Years

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The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology offers PhDs in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology. Research within the Department covers a wide and exciting array of activities ranging from quite fundamental research in biology through to the traditional fields of chemical engineering.AssessmentThesisAfter completing three years (nine terms) but no longer than four years, a PhD student must submit a thesis of up to 65,000 words. The thesis will be orally examined by two examiners, ...Read more

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology offers PhDs in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology. Research within the Department covers a wide and exciting array of activities ranging from quite fundamental research in biology through to the traditional fields of chemical engineering.AssessmentThesisAfter completing three years (nine terms) but no longer than four years, a PhD student must submit a thesis of up to 65,000 words. The thesis will be orally examined by two examiners, one who is internal and a second who is external to the University.EssaysAll first-year PhD (Probationary) students complete a literature review and compile their findings in a short report that is submitted three months after the start of their PhD.Near the end of the first year, all students submit a first-year report and are assessed orally. Additionally, as part of the assessment, students will present their work to their examiners. If successful, the student will then be fully registered for the PhD.

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Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree. Applicants will need a minimum of four years of study at university level in a relevant field, and we would expect a high II.i or first-class (or overseas equivalent) mark in all previous degrees.

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£10,356 per year

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£39,336 per year

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£39,336 per year

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University of Cambridge
The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cambridge  0.7 miles away

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