PhD Microbiology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Research focuses on a molecular understanding of bacterial pathogenesis, studying virulence determinants of bacterial pathogens and host factors that influence disease, with the aim of developing better drugs and vaccines. Species studied include S. aureus, E. coli, S. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, C. difficile, C. jejuni, S. enteric and P. multocida.

Department: School of Infection and Immunity | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Individual research project tailored around the expertise of principal investigators, using approaches such as molecular biology, genetics, genomics, proteomics, immunology, structural biology, biophysics and in vitro and in vivo disease models.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a 2.1 honours degree. Required documents: academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV, MVLS cover letter, two references. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 6.5 (other accepted tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic (test centre) and Cambridge C1/C2).

International applicants: GBP 33,708 a year (2027/28). 2027/28 full-time annual tuition (international and EU). UK fee for 2027/28 to be confirmed (2026/27 UK fee was GBP 5,238). Part-time study is charged at half the full-time annual fee. Excludes possible bench fees (research support costs) set in the offer Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5 years part-time

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