PhD Postgraduate research in Biological Sciences

The PhD in Biological Sciences offers a research-focused programme within a collegiate and well-equipped environment at the City Campus. This award can be pursued full-time over four years or part-time over eight years, allowing candidates to conduct an independent research project under the guidance of experienced academics. The programme benefits from expert supervision, with each student assigned a team that includes at least one academic who has a history of successful PhD completions.

Students benefit from access to state-of-the-art laboratories and extensive digital resources, supported by the Doctoral College and Faculty training programmes. Key research milestones include an Expression of Interest, a formal progression point (after 18 months full-time), and a final oral examination (viva voce) of the doctoral thesis. Researchers also have opportunities to develop their teaching skills by contributing to undergraduate modules.