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Overview
The School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences at QMUL is one of the UK’s elite research centres, according to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), the UK-wide assessment of university research. According to the REF 2014, 82% of our biology research is either world-leading or internationally excellent.
Features
- Our postgraduate research training in Biological Sciences from Queen Mary University of London will give you an extensive grounding in research design, methods, implementation and analysis.
- We recruit around 30 PhD students every year.
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Research
- We have an online list of available PhD projects. Applicants are also encouraged to contact prospective supervisors to discuss potential PhD opportunities within their area of expertise.
- We advertise a number of funded PhD projects throughout the year. We are also a member of and accept students onto our PhD programme in Biological Sciences via the London NERC and BBSRC LIDo Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs).
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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There is no fixed closing date for applications, but you should remember that decisions on applications will be made as quickly as possible.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
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Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
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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
- A first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject area. If your qualifications are not from a UK university, QMUL also considers recognised equivalent qualifications from accredited overseas institutions and equivalent professional qualifications.
- A masters qualification is desirable but not always essential.
- Relevant experience within the field may also be taken into account.
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International
28750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28750 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
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.
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
HSS PhD Studentships
Merit-based Need-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1592 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Egyptian Bureau for Cultural & Educational Affairs- PhD Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
National Research and Innovation Agency of Uruguay
Merit-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Turkish Embassy Scholarships
Merit-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ANID (Becas Chile) Scholarship
Merit-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Queen Mary Alumni Loyalty Award
Merit-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jan 2025
China Scholarship Council Scholarships
Merit-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Children of Alumni Award
Need-based
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2025
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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