
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the PhD Biochemistry at University of Sussex. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. 94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) Our research focuses on proteins and the genes that encode them. You’ll be part of a vibrant international research community, working in a dynamic environment. We currently receive funding from: - Medical Research Council - Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council - Cancer Research UK - The Wellcome Trust - Blood Cancer UK - other charities. International tuition fees are £27,300 per year, home/UK fees are £5,238 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
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
International Student Fee
£27,300
per year
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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