Overview
The full-time route is 36 months and part-time 72 months, with study normally commencing in October. Both modes of study have an optional additional 12 months, commonly used to write up the final thesis.
Features
- The first year of PhD Biological Sciences (with Internship) studies is probationary at The University of Edinburgh.
- Your supervisor will identify your training needs and invite you to attend relevant training as appropriate. To successfully progress onto the next year of study you must pass an annual review.
Programme Structure
Research
- We encourage support in a range of academic subjects, transferable skills and personal development. All students who join the programme will have access to our core training and development programme or our specialist cohort-programmes (e.g. EASTBIO).
- Our training environment is highly dynamic, with students learning through hands-on, laboratory-based projects as well as guided reading, one-to-one supervision, group seminars, societies and workshops.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
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Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology View 137 other PhDs in Biology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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 UK 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. You should have some research experience and be able to demonstrate that you have a good understanding of the field you propose to study.
- You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence.
Tuition Fee
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International
31500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31500 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 Edinburgh
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 (with Internship).
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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