Overview
Our Biological Sciences research at University of Southampton follows themes that focus on the causes and resolutions of some of the most substantial challenges facing humanity and the natural world today. You'll work with us on the latest scientific developments.
Features
- In our graduate school, you will also gain the broader personal and professional skills essential both for your PhD research and for your lifelong career choices.
- We have a strong record of supporting postgraduate research students in this exciting and rapidly developing subject area.
Programme Structure
Our main areas of research are:
- computational and systems biology
- developmental biology
- ecology and evolution
- microbiology
- molecular and cellular biosciences
- neuroscience
- plants and food security
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Start dates and deadlines will depend on the project students choose.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Microbiology View 42 other PhDs in Microbiology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- an upper second class honours (2:1) degree
- an equivalent set of qualifications, for example a lower second class (2:2) honours degree, plus an MSc
Tuition Fee
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International
26100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26100 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Southampton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biological Sciences.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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