PhD Basic Dental Sciences at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in dentistry and advance understanding of oral health from the ground up. Conduct doctoral research in craniofacial genetics, stem cell biology, and craniofacial development using Manchester’s specialised labs and genetic expertise. Join research teams in the Division of Dentistry across biomaterials and biomechanics, and craniofacial genetics and development research themes exploring the development of new biomaterials, the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry, new technologies such as CAD/CAM subtractive and additive (3D printing) systems and much more.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our PhD/MPhil Basic Dental Sciences programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Basic Dental Sciences. Basic dental sciencesis a large area covering craniofacial genetics, stem cell biology and craniofacial development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification. English language: IELTS or TOEFL tests. Please note IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Low fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 27,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Standard fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil

Apply through the official page: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/projects-programmes-degrees/projects/?&keyword=dentistry

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