Overview

With scope to study in one or more areas, our research degrees in Biosciences at University of Nottingham can springboard to a career in multidisciplinary research.

Features

You will have access to our extensive, well-equipped laboratories and facilities on Sutton Bonington Campus.

You will join a vibrant research community, learn from early career and established research leaders, develop your transferable skills and graduate with high level training to equip you for a career in research.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Microbiology
Sustainable agriculture
Advanced technologies
Food and drink
Plant and crop
Animal and livestock
Nutrition and health
Soil and environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 139 other PhDs in Biology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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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

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject or 2:2 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject with a Merit at masters level; other qualifications may also be accepted.
We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

Tuition Fee

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International

30200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30200 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

5100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5100 GBP per year during 48 months.

International fees: up to £52,500 per year depending on the nature of your project.

Living costs for Nottingham

583 - 978 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 Biosciences.

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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