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Microbiology - PhD

University of Kent

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Kent

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    11-JAN-27

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Research in the School of Biosciences revolves around understanding systems and processes in the living cell. It has a strong molecular focus with leading-edge activities that are synergistic with one another and complementary to the teaching provision.Overview:Our expertise in disciplines such as biochemistry, microbiology and biomedical science allow us to exploit technology and develop ground-breaking ideas in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, protein science, biophysics and computational biology. Fields of enquiry encompass a range of molecular processes from cell division, transcription and translation through to molecular motors, molecular diagnostics and the production of biotherapeutics and bioenergy. Our research degrees are based around laboratory and computational research projects. PhD study involves a 3-4 year research project on a full-time basis, or 5-6 years part-time. In all our research degrees you undertake a single, focused, research project from day one, and attend components of our transferable skills modules. You are supervised by a team which comprises your main supervisor(s) as well as supervisory chairs that give independent advice on progression.About the School of Biosciences: The School of Biosciences is among the best-funded schools of its kind in the UK, with current support from the BBSRC, NERC, MRC, Wellcome Trust, EU, and industry. It has 40 academic staff, 56 research staff (facility managers, research fellows, postdoctoral researchers and technicians), approximately 100 postgraduate research students and 20 key support staff. The school's vibrant atmosphere has expanded to become a flourishing environment to study for postgraduate degrees in a notably friendly and supportive teaching and research environment. In addition to research degrees, our key research strengths underpin a range of unique and career-focused taught Master’s programmes that address key issues and challenges within the biosciences and pharmaceutical industries and prepare graduates for future employment.

Tuition fees

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£ 23,500per year

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University information

University of Kent

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    49th

  • Campus address

    University of Kent, Canterbury Campus, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom

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A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from China, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan or Thailand.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    41st out of 91 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    134 61%

    38th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    51st

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.98 74%

    77th

    56

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