Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The Cambridge Biosciences DTP is a four year fully-funded PhD programme that aims to create highly skilled and employable people. The programme offers training across 23 University Departments/Institutes and 3 Partner Institutes providing access to a wide range of research areas related to the strategic themes of the BBSRC. We offer two types of DTP studentships: Targeted iCase During the programme, DTP Targeted students will undertake two ten-week rotations in different labs before commencing their PhD.

Faculty: School of the Biological Sciences | Department: School of the Biological Sciences | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

They must undertake a placement with their Industrial Partner for a minimum of three months and a maximum of 18 months. Students will be expected to submit their thesis at the end of the fourth year.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. UK and overseas students who have, or are expecting to attain, at least an upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific subject, are invited to apply. The interdisciplinary nature of many of the projects available and the training modules which are offered mean that in addition to biologically qualified applicants, we also welcome applications from applicants with physical science and mathematical backgrounds who are interested in using their skills to address biological questions. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,208 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 42,546 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/blbspdbbs/apply

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