PhD / MPhil / MD Neurobiology and Neurodegeneration at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

Embark on a research degree in Neurobiology and Neurodegeneration and gain expertise in cell biology, structural biology and signalling, using model organisms to investigate neuronal development, ageing, neurodegeneration and addiction. The Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology (ISMIB) was established to integrate cutting-edge and clinical research across the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Programmes of work across ISMIB are varied and are led by world experts in their fields.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5-6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time also available | Intake: Year round | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research topics include Neuronal cell and synaptic biology: from stem cells to neurons; Developmental neurobiology; Molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental diseases; Molecular mechanisms underlying epilepsy; State-of-art imaging and optogenetic techniques applied to neurons and glia; Drug discovery in neurobiology; Organismal models in neurobiology: mice, Drosophila and elegans.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll normally be expected to hold both: A UK honours degree, or overseas equivalent, at 2:1 or above, in a relevant subject A UK master’s degree, or overseas equivalent, in a relevant subject.; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 32,200 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

Intake: Year round

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5-6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://theuniversityofliverpool.my.site.com/

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