PhD Biochemistry and Mass Spectrometry
Course overview
This research doctorate focuses on the innovative application of Biochemistry and Mass Spectrometry to understand complex biological systems and detect environmental contaminants. The course focuses on facilitating the discovery of new drug targets and biomarkers for the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases, which will contribute to major advancements in medical science.
Students benefit from supervision by an academic team and access to Wales' premier purpose-built medical research facility. The learning is practice-focused, drawing on skills from the wider academic community and including opportunities for collaboration with industry and business partners. The overall goal is to advance medical science through interdisciplinary research and innovation.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, candidates must submit a personal statement and provide appropriate academic or professional references. They may also upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need at least an upper second-class undergraduate degree (2:1) and a Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Alternatively, applicants with a UK first-class honours degree, not holding a Master's degree, will be considered on an individual basis based on the strength of their application and research proposal.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must score a minimum of 6.5 overall on the IELTS, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), or submit equivalent test scores.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Completing this PhD offers an advanced set of research and analytical skills in a high-demand, specialist field, preparing graduates for senior research and scientific positions. Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Senior Mass Spectrometry Scientist
- Biomarker Discovery Specialist
- Clinical Biochemist (Research)
- Pharmaceutical Research Scientist
Cost of study
For international students, the fee for the PhD Biochemistry and Mass Spectrometry at Swansea University is £25,600.
Admission
Students can apply for this course through the direct application system. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you through the process.
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