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Biomedical Sciences - PhD

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    12-DEC-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Course overview In this course you become equipped with the skills necessary to contribute to research that explores the science of the human body and the causes of diseases that affect humankind. Work alongside leading researchers in their field and benefit from our well-established links with major national centres for research and the local NHS. Benefit from high-quality research training to conduct independent investigative research, collaborating closely with a dedicated supervisory team to refine your project and support your development. Your thesis will represent an original contribution to knowledge and demonstrate independent judgement. Course highlights Our Department of Biomedical Sciences is recognised for its outstanding educational teaching and pioneering research. By studying this programme you’ll become part of the Graduate School within the College of Medicine and Health giving you access to: Supervision from leading academics to support you through your research programme including research techniques and training. Training and development courses to enable you to gain research and transferable training skills. Opportunities to attend and take part in Research Poster festivals and other postgraduate activities to boost your academic and networking skills. An allocated academic mentor so you can access pastoral support. State-of-the art facilities to support a range of teaching, learning and research activity with access to dedicated write up rooms, libraries, and computer facilities. Birmingham is ranked 76th in the QS World University Rankings 2026, maintaining our position in the top 100 universities globally.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 29,310per year

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biomedical Sciences

    26th out of 87 14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    137 64%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    30th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    74th

    49

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