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Biomedical Sciences PhD

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Foresterhill Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Cutting edge translational research addressing global health challenges, aimed at understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of how the human body functions, how these change during disease and infection and how this may be used to predict, identify and treat disease. Our research spans biomedical and clinical disciplines ranging from basic laboratory science to clinical and applied research that impacts on many aspects of modern life. Our aim is to conduct research that ranks among the best in the UK and internationally. Examples of areas of research strength include basic/applied physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry and drug discovery, infection and immunity, neuroscience, cell/developmental biology and cancer. Research in the School is supported by state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. Our core facilities provide researchers with access to a range of cutting-edge equipment, staffed by experts who help with experimental design, training and data analysis. Postgraduate students are supported by the Postgraduate School which provides induction, skills training opportunities and help with career planning.

Tuition fees

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£ 27,300per year

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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One of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2026).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biomedical Sciences

    10th out of 83 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 216
    197 91%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    12th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.25 81%

    8th

    6

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