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PhD/MPhil Medical Microbiology at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in medical microbiology and improve diagnosis and treatment of infectious disease. Undertake research in microbial pathogenicity, biofilms, microbiome–host interactions, antimicrobial resistance, and more. Research as part of the Microbiology, Biofilm & Microbiome Research Group and the Antimicrobial Resistance Network , working on projects in infection modelling, probiotics, and microbiome dynamics. Visit our Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health postgraduate research page to start your journey.

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 Medical Microbiology programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Medical Microbiology. As a postgraduate research student in medical microbiology, you will be based in the Microbiology, Biofilm and Microbiome Research Group.

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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

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