126 PhD programmes in Biology in United Kingdom

Neurobiology and Neurodegeneration at University of Liverpool integrates expertise in cell biology, structural biology, signalling and the use of model organisms to investigate neuronal development, ageing, neurodegeneration and addiction. 

BioInnovation at Aberystwyth University is focused upon enhancing circularity and sustainability in food and other bio-based business, from production, through to processing and supply chains.

Biological Sciences at Aberystwyth University combines taught modules with research conducted by students under the supervision of AU staff who have expertise in the topic of study.

This Biological Science (BioSCaPe) from University of Cambridge is a four year fully-funded doctoral training programme that aims to develop future leaders in bioscience. Based within the world-class South Cambridgeshire bioscience cluster, the programme combines cutting-edge research with entrepreneurial and leadership training.

This Biological Science (Babraham Institute) course from the University of Cambridge ensures that our students are able to gain a wide range of experience.

The Complex Living Systems PhD programme from The University of Exeter mission is to understand life across all scales - from individual atoms to whole organisms - and to discover approaches for improving health and treating disease. 

The Bioscience programme offered by Manchester Metropolitan University helps researchers deepen their expertise while developing advanced research and practical skills across biological sciences and related fields.

Your Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology research degree is bespoke at the University of Nottingham, and allows you to choose your own area of interest to research, under the title of your choosing.

At the University of Nottingham, they have extensive international experience of research in applied Bioethics, biotechnology assessment and the sociology of science and technology.

A broad range of research at University of Liverpool interests provides for world-class research in Cancer Biology, supported by world-class clinical research into several major types of cancer.

The Faculty of Natural Sciences at the University of Stirling is internationally renowned for research exploring the relationship between human behaviour, technology and the environment. It offers PhD in Biology supervised by expert staff, and are proud of the key contributions made by research students to our achievements.

Choose to carry out your Fisheries postgraduate studies at University of Hull and become part of a vibrant, forward-thinking research community. 

The Animal Biology programme from University of Worcester has grown significantly in the last 10 years as the University itself has expanded.

Scientists and researchers across the School of Biosciences at the University of Sheffield work in collaboration with a wide range of interdisciplinary research institutes and centres.

The Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction programme offered by Imperial develops advanced research expertise in human health, disease mechanisms, and biomedical sciences related to metabolism, gastrointestinal biology, and reproductive medicine, preparing researchers to contribute to healthcare innovation and scientific discovery.

Internationally recognised for the quality of teaching and world-leading research, the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway University of London is a dynamic and friendly place to study. 

The Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics Group in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at The Open University UK is made up of the Fluid Dynamics and Soft Matter Group, Mathematical Biology, Mathematics of Planet Earth Group, Statistical Physics Group, and Theory of Condensed Matter Group.

This Biological Sciences (Veterinary Medicine) degree from the University of Cambridge is carried out over a minimum of three and a maximum of four years (full-time), including a probationary period of one year. Each student is assigned a primary Supervisor, who will then assign an advisor or supervisory team to assist the student under their supervision.

Exhibiting the core values of The Open University UK, the Cancer Biology research group is ‘open to people, places, methods and ideas.’

The Stem Cell Biology Institute course from the University of Cambridge is a world-leading centre for stem cell research. Its mission is to transform human health through a deep understanding of stem cell biology.