DProf BioInnovation
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Part I of the doctoral route comprises three taught modules (including Research Methods) followed by a 120 credit dissertation (20,000 words or a 5000 word publishable article). This part will typically take 3 years. Part II is undertaken for a minimum of three years and comprises a longer thesis (up to 60,000 words).
It will involve experimentation and must embody the methodology and results of original research. It should, ideally, build upon the Part I dissertation. The compulsory Research Thesis is undertaken for a minimum of three years and comprises a longer portfolio of work or a research thesis (up to 60,000 words).
It should, ideally, be built upon the Work-Based Thesis. It will involve a work-plan developed with your tutor, academic supervisor and employer (if relevant).
Key highlights
- Two-part doctoral route combining taught modules and extended research
- Three taught modules in Part I, including Research Methods
- Part I dissertation of 20,000 words or a publishable article
- Part II thesis of up to 60,000 words based on original experimental research
- Work-plan developed with tutor, academic supervisor and employer where relevant
- Option to submit a portfolio of work instead of a research thesis
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Biotechnology research scientist
- Research and development manager
- Innovation manager in life sciences
- Postdoctoral research associate
- Bioscience consultant
- University lecturer in life sciences
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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