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Overview
With the Genetics, PhD; MD at the Newcastle University they use techniques of high-throughput genetic analyses to identify mechanisms where genetic variability between individuals contributes to the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. We also use mouse, zebrafish and stem cell models to understand the ways in which particular gene families' genetic and environmental factors are involved in the normal and abnormal development of the heart and blood vessels.
Key facts:
- the identification of genes that in isolation can cause neurological disorders
- molecular mechanisms and treatment of neurometabolic disease
- complex genetics of common neurological disorders including Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease
- the genetics of epilepsy
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- investigation of the role of mitochondria in human disease
- nuclear-mitochondrial interactions in disease
- the inheritance of mitochondrial DNA heteroplasmy
- mitochondrial function in stem cells
- vesicoureteric reflux (VUR)
- cystic renal disease
- nephrolithiasis to study renal genetics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Genetics View 59 other PhDs in Genetics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a Master’s degree would be advantageous.
Tuition Fee
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International
35500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35500 GBP per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
15607 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15607 GBP per year during 36 months.
Home
Full time: £4,407 - £15,607*
Part time: £2,203.50 - £7,803.50*
International
Full time: £24,000 - £35,500
Living costs for Newcastle upon Tyne
560 - 991 GBP /month
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Funding
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