253 PhD programmes in Biology in Europe

European University Cyprus (EUC)3,9(45)

Nicosia, Cyprus Top 9% in Worldwide

Cancer Biology and Clinical Oncology

Jointly offered by the School of Medicine and the School of Sciences, the Cancer Biology and Clinical Oncology course from European University Cyprus (EUC) trains candidates to become independent scholars and researchers in biomedical sciences, contributing to progress in the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$5,537/yr

Maynooth University4,2(53)

Maynooth, Ireland Top 4% in Worldwide

Biology

Students entering the Biology programme from Maynooth University will be under the supervision of an experienced researcher. All academic staff members in the Biology Department are experienced and active researchers and can supervise PhD students.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$17,303/yr

Brunel University of London4,0(140)

London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Life Sciences (Integrated)

Environmental factors influence our health and wellbeing, as well as affect ecosystems and wildlife. An intimate understanding of such factors – chemical substances, for example, or changes in radiation or temperature – is urgently needed to better understand disease trends in humans and adverse effects on wildlife. Life Sciences (Integrated) is offered at Brunel University of London.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$33,454/yr

University of Leicester4,2(94)

Leicester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Biology

The Department of Genetics and Genome Biology at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biology.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$32,718/yr

University of Brighton4,2(58)

Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Biology and Biomaterials

In this Biology and Biomaterials PhD at the University of Brighton you will join our researchers as they examine and innovate in the structure, design and functional performance of natural and synthetically derived pure and composite biomaterials with diagnostic or therapeutic impact on living systems.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$22,910/yr

University of Gloucestershire4,2(30)

Online

Biosciences

This Biosciences degree from the University of Gloucestershire will enable you to undertake cutting-edge scientific research in a supportive and caring environment.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online

4 years$18,113/yr

Cardiff University4,6(168)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Biosciences

Research in Biosciences from Cardiff University ranges across the biological sciences, from the understanding of precisely how neurons grow, to the mechanisms of cancer and other diseases, the molecular basis of animal and plant development and exploring the genetics of orang-utans, elephants, pandas and other endangered species.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$36,024/yr

Universidade de Aveiro4,4(207)

Aveiro, Portugal Top 2% in Worldwide

Biology and Ecology of Global Changes

The PhD Programme in Biology and Ecology of Global Changes is a co-tutoring PhD programme between Universidade de Aveiro (Portugal) and the University of Lisbon (Portugal), with the participation of the Federal University of Tocantins (Brasil) and the University of Brasilia (Brasil).

Doctorate Full-time On-campus

4 years$3,172/yr

University of Surrey4,4(70)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Quantum Biology

The Quantum Biology PhD programme at the University of Surrey offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating interface between quantum physics and biology, with the potential to uncover new insights into the fundamental principles of life and advance technologies in fields such as medicine, biotechnology, and beyond.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$38,183/yr

Queen Mary University of London4,1(124)

London, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

Our Biological Sciences PhD programme at Queen Mary University of London offers students the opportunity to conduct research within a wide range of areas.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$38,790/yr

Cardiff University4,6(168)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Organisms and Environment

Organisms and Environment degree from Cardiff University is a research area within which you can focus your studies as part of our suite of Biosciences research programmes (PhD, MPhil, MD).

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$36,024/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(51)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Biosciences

Unlock your potential with the Biosciences programme from University of Birmingham, where you'll explore cutting-edge research in human, animal, plant, microbial, cell, and molecular biology guided by top experts in one of the UK's leading Biosciences schools.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$39,545/yr

University of Leicester4,2(94)

Leicester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Molecular and Cell Biology

The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular and Cell Biology.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$32,718/yr

University of Bristol4,3(103)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership

This South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership is led by the University of Bristol, together with the Universities of Bath, Cardiff and Exeter, alongside Rothamsted Research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$37,103/yr

University of Bristol4,3(103)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Engineering Biology

University of Bristol's Engineering Biology programme is an emerging field at the confluence of Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, AI and Data Science.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$37,103/yr

University of Nicosia4,2(158)

Nicosia, Cyprus Top 8% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

The PhD in Biological Sciences programme from University of Nicosia is a rigorous, research-intensive programme designed to cultivate independent scientific inquiry and innovation.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$5,952/yr

Newcastle University4,2(84)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Biology

This Biology PhD programme from Newcastle University research projects in our three main research areas of biodiversity and conservation, agri-environment, and microbiology.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$43,040/yr

Universidade de Aveiro4,4(207)

Aveiro, Portugal Top 2% in Worldwide

Biology

The Doctoral degree of Biology at Universidade de Aveiro has a duration of 4 years, corresponding to a total of 240 ECTS.

Doctorate Full-time On-campus

4 years$3,172/yr

University of Southampton4,4(95)

Southampton, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

Work with a supportive team of expert academics and use the latest facilities on MPhil or PhD biological sciences research. We offer a Biological Sciences degree at the University of Southampton.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$36,833/yr

University of Bristol4,3(103)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

The Biological Sciences from University of Bristol makes a vital research contribution, while developing skills and receiving training in communication, outreach, statistics, scientific writing and career planning.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$37,103/yr