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PhD by Professional Practice 1 - Bioscience (incl. Microbiology and Infection, Cardiovascular Science and Ageing & Lifelong Health)

Manchester Metropolitan University

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Manchester Metropolitan University

Course options

2 options available

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Manchester Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT-21, JAN-22, APR-22, JUL-22

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

OVERVIEW

The PhD by Professional Practice is designed for candidates who are established professionals and creatives engaged in professional practice in any discipline. Where the candidate has a complete portfolio of publications, the PhD by Professional Practice lasts 2 years full time or 4 years part time.

RESEARCH CULTURE

We undertake world-leading, innovative, multi-disciplinary research in bioscience and related disciplines. We conduct basic and translational research in order to identify and address many of the world’s most pressing societal challenges, including ageing, personalised medicine, heart defects, and infectious diseases. Our research aims to pioneer new ideas with real world application and global potential to improve health and wellbeing. We are committed to interdisciplinary approaches, and work with colleagues in Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Computing.

COURSE STRUCTURE

This course is research based. You will independently conduct research into your own topic or a topic that we advertise. Your supervisory team will offer expert guidance throughout your studies and review work in progress.

Each year, you will follow a programme of training and development to enhance your research methods, subject-matter expertise and professional skills.

CAREER PROSPECTS

You will develop higher-level technical and research skills, which equip you to pursue careers in academia, the clinical professions, national and international government organisations, the pharmaceutical industries, and biotechnology companies.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(international fees)

£ 19,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    56th

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, All Saints Building, All Saints, Manchester, Manchester, M15 6BH, England

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of over 3,000 students from more than 130 countries around the world.
Each year a range of welcome events are organised to help new students settle into university, explore the city and prepare for academic studies.
English courses can help to build language confidence and knowledge of UK culture. Students can study at the university's British Council accredited centre.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    73rd out of 100 8

    31st out of 77 16

    53rd out of 105 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 240
    121 55%

    50th

    3

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    73rd

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.04 81%

    54th

    27

  • Entry standards

    / Max 201
    130 62%

    32nd

    19

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    99.0 99%

    11th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.12 82%

    26th

    17

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    118 61%

    42nd

    2

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    50.0 50%

    52nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.03 81%

    35th

    10

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