Overview

About the programme

Each share a vision for world-class research in synthetic and systems biology. The MIB's research areas both inform and are informed by its Grand Challenges, which centre on emerging areas of excellence in the wider biotechnology field. Industrial Biotechnology is also one of the University's specialist research beacons and was recently awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education .

It is the mission of the CSSB to pursue excellence in scientific research and education in order to answer some of the fundamental questions of life science. Tsinghua is one of the most prestigious universities in China and is committed, through teaching, research and innovation, to the advancement of both the country and the wider world.

This Synthetic and Systems Biology PhD programme at The University of Manchester and Tsinghua University will develop biotechnologies to support clean growth in order to deliver drop-in solutions and new sustainable processes to industry, while at the same time providing PhD training and skills to support a transition from a fossil resource to a bio-based system.

Programme Structure

Pathways:

You'll spend two years at The University of Manchester and two years at Tsinghua University, with supervisors in both locations.
Students will all start together at Tsinghua; you'll then follow one of three possible pathways, flexible to suit your research needs.
You'll be required to submit a single thesis in English within four years of the registration date, and your final viva examination will take place in either Manchester or Tsinghua.
At the end of the four-year full-time programme, you'll receive a dual PhD, one award and two certificates.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-23 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

Students need to talk to a supervisor before applying and check the projects’ deadlines.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 147 other PhDs in Biology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should hold (or be about to obtain) a minimum 2:1 bachelor's degree (or overseas equivalent), in a relevant discipline, plus a master's degree or extensive research experience. Applicants can be internal or external to The University of Manchester.

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 GBP per year during 48 months.

fees at both institutions are covered as part of the studentship package

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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