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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Biosciences

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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3 yearsDuration
£5,181Per Year (Intl)
£5,181Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Birmingham, the PhD Biosciences provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Our Biosciences PhD offers four key themes, each representing areas of research excellence in human, animal, plant, microbial, cell and molecular biology. The course sits within the School of Biosciences, which has excellent teaching and research profiles. Research in the School of Biosciences centres around four interlinked groupings, which focus on multi and interdisciplinary research. Each theme represents areas of research excellence in human, animal, plant, microbial, cell and molecular biology, and these areas integrate with systems biology and structural biology. International tuition fees are £5,181 per year, home/UK fees are £5,181 per year, and 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, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques
Cell and Developmental Biology
Systems Biology and Bioinformatics
Structural Biology and Protein Characterisation
Research Methods and Professional Development
Microbial Genetics and Physiology
Plant and Animal Physiology
Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Academic Year:2025-26 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£5,181

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£15,543

Home Student Fee

£5,181

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Biosciences as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#68QS World
#11UK Ranking
40,025+Students
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