PhD Molecular Medicine at University of Essex

Programme overview

The PhD Molecular Medicine is a three-to-eight-year degree (full-time or part-time) in the School of Life Sciences. Students join a research group working at the basic-clinical interface, using techniques for studying disease at the molecular and cellular level; projects may collaborate with the NHS or regional hospitals.

Department: School of Life Sciences | Duration: 3-4 years | Intake: January 2027 | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students complete an independent research project with a compulsory Biological Science research component, starting with tailored training sessions. A doctoral training scheme provides up to £2,500 for training courses and conferences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: a good honours degree or a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is essential. Applicants will normally be required to attend an interview, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall, or equivalent, with 5.5 in all other components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year. Home/UK tuition per year; fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

International applicants: GBP 23,625 a year. Tuition per year; fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 3-4 years

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