You define an area of study, and work with one of our world leading academics as your supervisor. A second member of staff - an assessor - provides further support. You become a member of one of our established research groups, and you will benefit from the accumulated knowledge and resources of your colleagues. The Biological Chemistry is offered by
You become part of the Department, including having access to our excellent facilities and having your own desk and fully networked computer. You are encouraged to work in collaboration with others, and to present your ideas at some of the many informal research seminars held regularly in the Department.
Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The University of York is a large coeducational higher education institution. The University of York offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
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You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-timeThe PhD degree involves annual progression meetings and other formal requirements including written work, seminars and other oral deliverables.
A PhD degree could also be studied part-time over six years.
Please note that the statements on this page are for guidance only and do not fully accurately reflect the University's and the Department's examination rules.
Part-time PhD
You need the following IELTS score:
Minimum required score:
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.
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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