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Integrated PhD in Life Sciences Doctoral Training Programme (iDTP)

University of Birmingham

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Course options

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Training the next generation of world-leading scientists and clinicians in all aspects of human life sciences, this programme aims to advance the theory and practical knowledge of postgraduates interested in research careers within discovery, applied and clinical sciences linked to human health. It is a four-year specialist programme designed for international postgraduates keen to develop global research networks.

This unique programme will allow you to explore multiple disciplines in your first year, as you develop your own doctoral research proposal. Throughout your doctoral training period you will enhance your problem solving and analytical; communication and teaching; and leadership and management skills – all of which are highly valued across the academic and private sectors. It will also provide you with the opportunity to establish your network of peers, collaborators and colleagues to support your onward career.

As a research student at the University of Birmingham, you will learn from world-leading academics, clinicians, and researchers, and you will be challenged and encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner. You will also benefit from personal and welfare tutors to support your studies, continued professional development and your wellbeing.

You will tailor the design of the first year of the programme, taking 70 credits of taught modules where you will gain core scientific knowledge of your chosen discipline and learn research methods. You will also undertake 110 credits of research, choosing two distinct research rotations in world-leading research groups in your chosen field.

In Year 1 you will design your PhD research proposal with your supervisor, and you will join their teams in Years 2–4. During these years you will have the opportunity to attend a variety of training sessions hosted by the Graduate School at the University of Birmingham, as well as present your data at national and international conferences.

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, England

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
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

    Biological Sciences

    22nd out of 94 2

    22nd out of 118 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    156 68%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    22nd

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.98 74%

    71st

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    154 72%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    17th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.91 73%

    99th

    1

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