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Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition PhD

University of Nottingham

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Course options

2 options available

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-OCT-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Research overview

Your research degree is bespoke at the University of Nottingham, and allows you to choose your own area of interest to research, under the title of your choosing.

Our Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition grouping is made up of the following available PhD and MRes courses:


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  • Human Anatomy and Cell Biology

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  • Physiology and Pharmacology

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  • Clinical Nutritional Sciences

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  • Metabolic Nutrition and Physiology

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  • Physiology

Our supervisors in the school are at the forefront of research in their fields. Utilising industry standard facilities, along with cutting edge equipment, and the guidance of our supervisors, you will advance the area of life sciences that interests you.

Your degree and research area is bespoke to you, however, here are some examples of the research we already conduct within the Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition fields:


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  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to develop and apply cutting edge methodologies to investigate human physiology

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  • Discovering novel genes that are involved in forming congenital heart defects

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  • Investigating the effects of Cardiovascular Disease to change the way we diagnose CVD, monitor treatment and ultimately improve health

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  • The dysregulation of metabolism in ageing, immobilisation, obesity and trauma on metabolism and exercise, nutritional and pharmacological strategies to offset these negative and pathophysiological effects.

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  • The role of dietary and exercise intervention in altering body composition and energy metabolism.

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  • Muscle fatigue and human performance.

You can find our about our specific research in the course content section.

Post-graduate Community

Here in the School of Life Sciences we’re committed to supporting our students’ wellbeing to ensure that your experience studying with us is the best it can be. Whether you’re studying silk-weaving spiders or looking for new ways to fight infection, we want all of our students to feel part of our vibrant and diverse research community.

There are loads of opportunities to meet your fellow researchers and get involved with student activities and projects during your time at the University of Nottingham including:


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Monthly social trips - Attenborough Nature Reserve, Nottingham Ice Skating Arena, Yoga Retreats, and more


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  • Pint of Science


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  • PubhD


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  • Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity


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  • University of the Third Age
    • (U3A)


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  • Wonder

    • Careers

    Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.

    • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
    • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 22,600per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    • University League Table

      30th

    • Campus address

      University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

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    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Biomedical Sciences

      32nd out of 83 8

    • Entry standards

      / Max 214
      143 67%

      30th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      79.0 79%

      44th

      15

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.00 75%

      51st

      44

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