University of Kent

PhD Genetics

University of Kent

Course overview

This PhD Genetics at the University of Kent is a research degree focused on understanding the living cell and its processes, with a strong emphasis on molecular science. Expertise in areas like biochemistry, microbiology, and biomedical science is used to produce ground-breaking ideas in fields such as genetics, molecular biology, and computational biology. Research projects are centred around laboratory work or computer analysis, with students tackling a focused research project right from the start of the course.

 

The degree takes three to four years if studied full-time, or five to six years if studied part-time. During this time, students work closely with a team of supervisors, including their main supervisor and other experts who give independent advice on their progress. They also complete certain courses designed to teach them useful skills that they can use in many different careers.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least a 2:1 (upper second-class) undergraduate degree in a subject that is relevant to genetics. Acceptance of a candidate is ultimately decided by the supervisor after an interview, and all applications are considered individually.

  • A different degree qualification will be acceptable if the student has enough relevant professional or academic work experience in an allied field, such as biomedical science.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score at least 6.5 overall in IELTS (with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading and Writing, and 5.5 in Speaking and Listening), or submit equivalent test scores from another accepted English language test.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

A PhD Genetics from the University of Kent prepares graduates with advanced skills that are sought after in many workplaces. Major career paths include:

 

  • Academic Researcher

  • Industrial Scientist

  • Biomedical Scientist in Healthcare

  • Computational Biologist

  • University Lecturer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the PhD Genetics in the University of Kent for international students is  £23,500. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Applications for the PhD Genetics are made directly to the University of Kent.  Speak to one of our trained counsellors for more information and assistance with the process. Contact the trained counsellors at AHZ.

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