Bioinformatics, Ph.D.

  • N/A
    Application Deadline
  • 36 months
    Duration
  • Tuition
    13350
    Tuition (Year)
    4200
    Tuition (Year)
  • English (take IELTS)
    Language
University rank #251 ,
Our PhD Bioinformatics recruits those students of high academic calibre who are able to work effectively across disciplines. Bioinformatics research in our Department of Mathematical Sciences afocuses on the analysis of large functional genomics datasets.

About

It involves close collaborations between our students and academics with backgrounds in any of bioinformatics, biological sciences, computer science, mathematics, physics and statistics. Holders of Essex PhDs normally embark upon careers in universities and industry in Britain and around the world. We also offer an MPhil in this subject.

Why study PhD Bioinformatics at Essex?

Our Department of Mathematical Sciences has an international reputation in many areas like such as semi-group theory, optimisation, probability, applied statistics, bioinformatics and mathematical biology.

Within our Department of Mathematical Sciences, we have our own computing laboratories and our research students are provided with their own desktop PCs. We also have a kitchen that our students are welcome to make use of. The close-knit “collegiate” environment of our Department fosters close relationships between our staff and students.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity

    You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.

    Full-time
    • Duration 36 months
  • Languages
    • English
    Take IELTS test Find English Courses
  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

As a research student at Essex, you’ll work at the heart of our internationally-acknowledged and well-connected research community. We offer world class supervision and training opportunities, and encourage you to engage with other researchers, professionals, practitioners and research users, where possible. Our research is supported by a wide spectrum of UK research councils, EU framework programmes, public-sector organisations and departments, charities, and private-sector industry and businesses. Engagement with these external funders and stakeholders enriches the quality and relevance of your experience and training.

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    6

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

For research study within our Department of Mathematical Sciences, we normally require a good Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline. A well developed research proposal is also essential.

If English is not your first language, then we will require you to have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Tuition Fee Per Year

  • GBP 13350 International
  • GBP 4200 National

Funding

We offer a wide range of scholarships, studentships and bursaries to make funding your studies easier.

StudyPortals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.