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Biology
Westlake University’s Biology department is a pioneering, supportive, and innovative community of scholar practitioners focused on building excellence between the biological sciences and related branches of physical science, medicine, engineering, and material sciences.

Mathematics
Westlake University's Ph.D. programme in Mathematics, in collaboration with Fudan University provides students with rigorous training in pure and applied mathematics, as well as individualized guidance and mentorship toward original research.

Chemistry
Research at Westlake University's Chemistry department is highly interdisciplinary and enables the understanding, prediction, and manipulation of the structure, properties, and function of matter at the atomic and molecular levels.

Physics
In Westlake University's Ph.D. programme in Physics, students will pursue groundbreaking discoveries across a wide range of areas.

Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
The School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience has an international reputation for research excellence in cardiovascular biology,neuroscience, and cell signalling. University of Bristol offers the Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience programme.

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.

Chemistry
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims to train students to conduct independent research in Chemistry. A candidate for an MPhil degree is expected to demonstrate knowledge in the discipline and to synthesize and create new knowledge, making a contribution to the field.

Physics and Astronomy
Join our rich and vibrant community of researchers in the Physics and Astronomy programme from University of Southampton. Together we’re understanding the physics behind the fabric of the Universe and how it affects the world we observe.

Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging
The Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging PhD programme is from University of York as an internationally renowned research department we have a vibrant community of research postgraduates.

Physics
The Physics course from Lancaster University schemes emphasise the development of transferable skills, such as critical thinking, communication skills, numeracy, literacy, team working, and computing and computational skills, which are in much demand amongst employers.

Physics and Astronomy
The Physics and Astronomy programme offered at Cardiff University, aim to offer a challenging and supportive environment, in which our students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in industry, research or academia.

Statistics and Operational Research (STOR-i)
This Statistics and Operational Research (STOR-i) course from Lancaster University offers a ground-breaking approach to statistics and operational research, developed in conjunction with leading industrial partners. There are typically over ten fully funded places annually.

Atmospheric Sciences and Air Pollution
The Atmospheric Sciences and Air Pollution programme at the University of Birmingham has been developed to provide a new route to the internationally-respected British PhD degree by incorporating subject knowledge, research training and the development of transferable skills.

Doctor of Philosophy - Chemistry
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Chemistry candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Bioinformatics
The Bioinformatics course from the University of West London prepares the graduates as high-calibre scientists with expertise in bioinformatics.

Chemistry
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Chemistry from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is designed to prepare students for research careers in academia and industry.

Neuroscience
Throughout this Neuroscience MPhil, PhD, MD programme from Newcastle University you'll explore how the mind, brain and body work together. You can then translate this knowledge into clinical applications for patient benefit

Mathematics
The University of Bristol School of Mathematics has more than doubled in size in the last decade, with over 100 academic staff and up to 90 postgraduates. University of Bristol offers the Mathematics programme.

Chemical and Biological Engineering
KAUST ranked #1 in the Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings 2023. The Chemical and Biological Engineering program offered at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is home to world-class professors conducting cutting-edge research on the forefronts of polymers, catalysis, and nanotechnology technology development.

Oceanography
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Oceanography programme offers you the opportunity to gain oceanography research experience that has real-world impact and explore Canada's premier location for oceanographic research and education. Opportunities include careers in industry, government agencies, and private institutions.