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MPhil/PhD Zoology at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The study of zoology is an exploration of how animals have evolved, how they function, and the ways in which they interact with their environment. This programme provides students with the opportunity to conduct research on animal anatomy, physiology, behaviour, ecology, evolution, and conservation, to help us better understand the amazing diversity of animal life on Earth.

Faculty: Animal Sciences  |  Duration: Full-time: MPhil: 18 to 32 months PhD: 27 to 48 months; Part-time: MPhil: 36 to 64 months PhD: 54 to 96 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Start dates in October and January  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This research programme relies on independent study and research, supervised by an advisory panel of academic staff. The nature of this research will be specific to the subject area, but is expected to investigate a novel question and provide a novel contribution to science.

Career pathways

A doctoral qualification can be the capstone of academic achievement and often marks the beginning of a career in academia or research. A research programme provides the opportunity to become a true expert in your chosen field, while developing a range of valuable transferable skills that can support your career progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Non-exempt nationals who are subject to time-limited immigration permission (e.g. Student visa, dependent visa, refugee status) will be required to obtain an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) certificate to enrol on this programme. For guidance on ATAS please visit

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

Intake: Start dates in October and January

Duration: Full-time: MPhil: 18 to 32 months PhD: 27 to 48 months; Part-time: MPhil: 36 to 64 months PhD: 54 to

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