PhD/MPhil Physiology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in physiology and reveal how the body works – and why it sometimes doesn’t. Explore cellular, tissue, and organ system physiology, investigating cardiovascular, respiratory, and reproductive functions using advanced laboratory techniques. Join research groups and labs such as the Galli Lab on Vertebrate Cardiovascular Physiology , advancing understanding of organ system function in health and disease. 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 Physiology programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Physiology. Physiology seeks to addresses how the individual aspects of molecular, cellular, tissue and organ function relates to whole organism function and how perturbations from the external environment effect these processes.

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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=physiology

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