PhD/MPhil Pharmacology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in pharmacology and explore how drugs interact with the body to improve health. Investigate drug actions, mechanisms, and therapeutic applications across various biological systems and diseases. Become part of collaborative research groups within the Centre for Pharmacy Workforce Studies , Centre for Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety , Centre for Applied Pharmacokinetic Research and the North West Centre for Advanced Drug Delivery , investigating drug action, signaling pathways, and therapeutic innovation.

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 Pharmacology programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Pharmacology. Our pharmacology research focuses on a range of topics.

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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=pharmacy

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