126 PhD programmes in Biology in United Kingdom

Queen Mary University of London4,1(113)

London, United Kingdom Top 2% 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. On-campus

3 years$38,547/yr

University of Leicester4,2(93)

Leicester, United Kingdom Top 4% 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. On-campus

3 years$32,513/yr

University of Birmingham4,3(46)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% 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. On-campus +2

3 years$39,297/yr

University of East Anglia4,5(32)

Norwich, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

On this Biological Sciences PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$33,720/yr

University of Bristol4,3(95)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% 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. On-campus

4 years$36,871/yr

Newcastle University4,2(79)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Microbiology (Biological Sciences)

This Microbiology (Biological Sciences) MPhil PhD programme from Newcastle University is a well-funded research area. This creates a vibrant and dynamic environment for postgraduate study.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$42,770/yr

Bangor University4,4(85)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

The Biological Sciences programme offered by Bangor University covers the full spectrum of the biosciences.

Ph. D. On-campus

1 year$32,848/yr

University of Reading4,3(28)

Reading, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Biological Sciences

The Biological Sciences at the University of Reading is the investigation of the web of life, from cellular processes to whole organisms, including how they interact with one other and the environment.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$32,781/yr

Brunel University of London4,0(131)

London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Synthetic Biology

The overall aim of the Synthetic Biology degree offered at Brunel University of London is to address major environmental, health and societal challenges by engineering biological systems such that they display functions that do not exist in nature, as well as re-designing existing biological systems so that they perform new functions.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$33,244/yr

Cardiff University4,6(159)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% 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. On-campus

3 years$35,798/yr

Newcastle University4,2(79)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 3% 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. On-campus

3 years$42,770/yr

University of Bristol4,3(95)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% 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. On-campus

4 years$36,871/yr

University of Dundee4,1(73)

Dundee, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Anatomy and Human Identification

This Anatomy and Human Identification programme is offered at the University of Dundee. CAHID is an award winning teaching and research centre whose staff are both REF returned and responsible for REF impact case studies.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$7,023/yr

Cardiff University4,6(159)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Chemical Biology

The biological chemistry research group conducts research critical to the scientific community, with significant implications to public well-being. Chemical Biology programme is offered at Cardiff University.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$35,798/yr

Brunel University of London4,0(131)

London, United Kingdom Top 6% 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. On-campus

4 years$33,244/yr

University of Surrey4,4(64)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Biosciences and Medicine

This Biosciences and Medicine MD course offered at the University of Surrey will give you the chance to contribute to a fast-paced area of research that's becoming increasingly relevant to modern society.

Ph. D. On-campus

3 years$37,943/yr

Newcastle University4,2(79)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Microbiology (Medical Sciences)

Microbiology (Medical Sciences) is a well-funded research area at Newcastle University. This creates a vibrant and dynamic environment for postgraduate study.

Ph. D. On-campus

3 years$42,770/yr

University of York4,2(99)

York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Biology

The Biology PhD research degree from University of York is arranged in nine foci that use state-of-the-art technology to address three global challenges facing humanity; health and disease, sustainable food and fuel, and environmental change. Read more about our research and its impact.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$41,496/yr

University of Southampton4,4(94)

Southampton, United Kingdom Top 2% 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. On-campus

2 years$36,603/yr

University of Surrey4,4(64)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 5% 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. On-campus

4 years$37,943/yr