Overview
About the programme
Developmental Biology is the study of the processes by which complex organisms develop from fertilised eggs.
Research at The University of Manchester investigates the fundamental events underlying normal development and how these are subverted in disease.
Programme Structure
Specific research interests include:- pluripotency, cell fate specification and differentiation;
- patterning and organogenesis;
- cell signalling;
- epithelial development and morphogenesis;
- cell adhesion in development;
- the developmental role of genes involved in human diseases including epidermal, heart and craniofacial defects.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
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Biology View 162 other PhDs in Biology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
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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.
- A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.
Tuition Fee
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International
26500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26500 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
- UK (per annum): Standard £4,712, Low £10,000, Medium £17,500, High £22,500
- International (per annum): Standard £26,500, Low £27,500, Medium £34,500, High £39,500
Living costs for Manchester
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