PhD/MPhil Biomolecular Science at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Extract molecular evidence from deep time. Biomolecular science research applies imaging, computational, biomolecular and evolutionary techniques to understand how life on Earth today came to be, integrating molecular techniques into the study of modern and ancient organisms. As a postgraduate researcher in this Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences research theme, you'll work within the Interdisciplinary Centre for Ancient Life, alongside its ancient biomolecules laboratories.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences | Duration: PhD 3-4 Years Full-Time; MPhil 1 Year Full-Time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences covers three main research themes ; earth and planetary science, environment and society, and life on earth. Biomolecular tools and approaches are fundamental to many areas of research that study microbial, animal and plant systems.

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Entry requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master’s degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent). Other combinations of qualifications and research or work experience may also be considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests. Interview: An interview is required for entry to this programme of study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: PhD 3-4 Years Full-Time; MPhil 1 Year Full-Time

Apply through the official page: https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/getting-started/applying/

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