Course options
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Qualification
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Location
Whiteknights Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Biological sciences is the investigation of the web of life, from cellular processes to whole organisms, including how they interact with one other and the environment.
The opportunities for research and study in the School of Biological Sciences are wide-ranging in scope. Whether you're interested in a career at the forefront of biomedical discovery, or are keen to preserve fragile habitats and threatened wildlife, this is the place for you.
Our School is split into three sections: Biomedical Sciences, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and Biomedical Engineering.
We cover biochemistry, medical science, microbiology, molecular science and more, aiming to extend life, ease pain, combat diseases and enhance the healthy state.
We teach and research in exciting fields such as phylogenetics, bioinformatics, protein structure, evolution and population biology.
Tuition fees
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£ 22,900per 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 Reading
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University League Table
35th
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Campus address
University of Reading, Whiteknights House, PO Box 217, Reading, Wokingham, RG6 6AH, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
36th out of 83 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 214127 59%51st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10083.0 83%34th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.20 80%12th
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