Overview
A biochemical approach aims to understand the chemical processes that occur in plants and animals. It forms the basis for investigating the function and properties of molecules, cells, tissues and whole organisms, under normal and abnormal conditions and in response to their changing environment.
Highlights for Biochemistry at the The University of Manchester
- Learn from some of Europe's leading researchers while undertaking your own project.
- Access some of the best research facilities in the world at both the University and in hospitals around Greater Manchester.
- Undergo training in transferable skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals through the Doctoral Academy's training programme.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- cell membrane and cell wall structure and function
- intracellular trafficking of proteins & organelles
- regulation of metabolism in health and disease
- protein structural analysis and relationship to protein function
- transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
- cellular recognition and interactions
- protein secretion and post-translational processing
- molecular analysis of cellular stress responses
- signal transduction and intracellular signalling mechanisms
- macromolecular assemblies and cell function
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
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Other requirements
General requirements
- We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme.
- In addition to the formal online application, candidates should send all supporting documents (CV, transcripts, certificates, confirmation of funding, English language ability (if applicable) and a personal statement).
Tuition Fee
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International
27000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.
- UK (per annum): Standard £4,786, Low £11,000, Medium £17,500, High £23,000
- International (per annum): Standard £27,000, Low £28,500, Medium £34,500, High £40,500
Living costs for Manchester
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