PhD Molecular Genetics at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Research lies at the interface of organismal, functional and systems biology, including insect functional genomics, DNA-rearranging enzymes, the translational genetics of myotonic dystrophy and unstable DNA disorders, and systems biology.

Faculty: College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences | Department: School of Molecular Biosciences | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Individual research project in molecular genetics (human, Drosophila and microbial genetics), biochemistry, molecular biology, systems biology, omics, bioinformatics, synthetic biology and cellular imaging.

Career pathways

Graduates go on to research positions in academia, industry, and policy and government organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a 2.1 honours degree with a significant component in Life Science, Biomedical Science or Physical Science. 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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