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PhD Integrative Biomedical Sciences (Based in China) at University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Five-year dual award PhD in Integrative Biomedical Sciences taught in English at the Zhejiang University-University of Edinburgh Institute on the Zhejiang International Campus in Haining, China. Successful students may be awarded a PhD from both universities.

Faculty: College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine  |  Department: Edinburgh Medical School (Zhejiang University-University of Edinburgh Institute, Haining, China)  |  Duration: 5 years  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Training bridges fundamental research and its translation in humans, including experimental animal modelling, cellular, regenerative, computational and genetic technologies, and analytical tools. Taught courses in Years 1 to 3 include Biomedical Disorders 1, 2 and 3, Biomedical Research Training and Grant Application, with research projects in different laboratories and translational environments.

Career pathways

The dual-degree PhD from two research-led universities in the UK and China offers research and life experience.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biomedical sciences or a related subject. A masters degree is welcome but not required. Applicants must meet additional visa entry requirements for China. International applicants: IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component (equivalent TOEFL-iBT, C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency, Oxford ELLT and Oxford Test of English Advanced scores also accepted). Applications are made directly to Zhejiang University (no application fee).

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 5 years

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