PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)

Name: Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)
Price: 30450 GBP
Availability: InStock

University of Bath

Bath, England

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4 yearsDuration

£30,450Per Year (Intl)

£35,000Avg. Graduate Salary

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PhD Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology) at University of Bath is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Bath, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This is a specialised PhD Programme that follows an agreed research training model in molecular microbiology. Students will develop an understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of life, and its applications in health, medicine or food biosecurity, preparing you for a career in research or industry. Biosciences research has a huge impact on helping people live longer and healthier lives. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £37,000 within three years, a 97% continuation rate, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

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Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6
PTE Academic	62	—	—	—	—

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,450

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£121,800

Home Student Fee

£5,238

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bath

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£30,000	£35,000	£38,000
3 years	£29,000	£37,000	£41,000
5 years	£33,500	£41,500	£48,000

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

57%Working

17%Studying

11%Work & Study

2%Seeking Work

90%Professional Jobs

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