Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

Modern genetics research seeks to provide a systems-level understanding of biology by relating genome sequence to function and phenotype. The research in the Department of Genetics covers a wide spectrum of biological problems, united by the application of genetics tools and approaches. Research themes range from understanding basic mechanisms in cell biology relating to the mechanics of division, migration, and communication through the large-scale analysis of genome regulation and epigenetic control to aspects of population biology focused on issues of ecological, evolutionary, human health significance, and infectious disease.

Faculty: School of the Biological Sciences | Department: Department of Genetics | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Thesis / Dissertation The examination for the PhD degree consists of a thesis of not more than 60,000 words in length, exclusive of tables, footnotes, bibliography, and appendices.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree. 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: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028

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/blgepdphg/apply

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