MPhil/PhD Biological Sciences at University of Exeter

We can offer a wide range of supervision across the breadth of Biosciences core research areas: from how biological molecules function to how organisms interact with one another and within the ecosystems they occupy. We undertake cutting-edge research focused across 7 key themes: Healthy and Sustainable Environments We produce high-quality research published in major journals across the world.

Duration: PhD: maximum 4 years full-time; MPhil: maximum 3 years full-time; part-time pro-rata (0.5-0.9 FTE)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time (research degree)  |  Intake: September, January or April  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our location in the South West enables us to undertake a wide range of biological science research, from cell and molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry through to evolutionary, environmental, ecological and conservation studies. Our research groups reflect the interests and expertise of our staff, ensuring that we are able to optimise the knowledge of our academic experts. Biological Sciences at the Streatham Campus in Exeter, Devon Research at our Streatham Campus spans all scales of biological organisation, from molecules to global ecosystems, and we actively foster interdisciplinary research across the University and beyond.

Career pathways

We are committed to ensuring you receive high quality research supervision to maximise your scientific potential and prepare you for a rewarding future, whatever your chosen career path. While many of our research degree graduates choose to continue their scientific research, others have embarked on careers in a variety of other sectors.

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