PhD in Mechanistic Biology
University of York
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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York campus

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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York campus

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This prestigious Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council-funded Doctoral Training Partnership and its strategic application brings together world-class molecular and cellular bioscience centres at the Universities of Leeds, Sheffield, and York.By mapping on to the research themes of the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, youll benefit from a regional doctoral training programme that has interdisciplinary collaboration at its core. The aim is to enable you to ...Read more

This prestigious Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council-funded Doctoral Training Partnership and its strategic application brings together world-class molecular and cellular bioscience centres at the Universities of Leeds, Sheffield, and York.

By mapping on to the research themes of the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, you'll benefit from a regional doctoral training programme that has interdisciplinary collaboration at its core. The aim is to enable you to develop a range of research skills in biological and biochemical areas as well as equip you with core mathematical, data analysis and generic professional skills that are necessary for bioscience research in the coming decades.

At York, the White Rose DTP brings together researchers from the Departments of Biology and Chemistry spanning different research centres:

  • Biological Physical Sciences Institute
  • Centre for Novel Agricultural Products
  • Jack Birch Unit for Molecular Carcinogenesis
  • York Cross-disciplinary Centre for Systems Analysis
  • York Structural Biology Laboratory
  • York Environmental Sustainability Institute
  • York Biomedical Research Institute

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49/101
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21 Feb 24

York is an amazing city. It feels quaint and serene, and is the perfect place for students wanting to experience city life who come from small towns and villages. I have always..Read more

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21 Feb 24

Best is the support that the university offers. As well as the career opportunities. Worst is probably the central..Read more

Entry requirements

You need to gain, at least an upper second-class honours degree or equivalent. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of this programme we welcome applications if your background is in any biological, chemical, or physical science or mathematics and are interested in using your skills in addressing biological questions.

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£4,863 per year

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£29,900 per year

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£29,900 per year

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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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