PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Infection and Immunity

Name: Infection and Immunity
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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

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3 yearsDuration

N/ATuition Fee

£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the PhD Infection and Immunity provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Research on Infection and Immunity aims to enhance understanding of the mechanisms of host defence against infection, and translate this understanding into prevention and treatment. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Immunological Mechanisms and Pathways

Infectious Disease Pathogenesis

Advanced Microbiology and Virology

Host-Pathogen Interactions

Research Design and Methodology

Immunotherapy and Vaccine Development

Advanced Laboratory Techniques

Critical Appraisal and Scientific Writing

Academic Year:2025-26 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — The University of Edinburgh

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£26,000	£28,500	£34,000
3 years	£21,000	£27,500	£33,000
5 years	£27,500	£35,000	£43,500

Official Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working

15%Work & Study

90%Professional Jobs

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