PhD Molecular Medicine
University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The PhD Molecular Medicine at the University of Essex is a research-led programme that enables students to carry out original investigations into disease mechanisms at the molecular and cellular level. Projects cover areas such as cancer and stem cell biology, infection and immunology, proteomics, drug design and computational genomics, and many students work with NHS or regional hospital partners.
The study is supervised by academic experts in the School of Life Sciences and assessed through regular progress reviews, research outputs, and a final thesis that must show a clear and original contribution to knowledge. Training includes research methods, seminars, and opportunities to present at conferences and publish findings.
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall, or equivalent, with a score of 5.5 in all other components.
Scholarships
Alumni Loyalty Discount
First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.
Up to 20% of feesEssex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship
School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.
Up to £5,500Global Talent Masters Scholarship
You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.
Up to £5,000Hugh Brogan Bursary
If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.
Up to £2,500Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary
The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.
Up to £776Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship
You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.
Up to £6,500Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship
The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.
Up to £11,025The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund
The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.
The Essex MBA Dean's Award
The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.
The Ronald J. Hill Fund
The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.
Up to £3,000University of Sanctuary Scholarship
Career opportunities
PhD Molecular Medicine from the University of Essex prepares graduates for careers that demand high-level research skills, critical analysis, and independent problem solving in academic, clinical, or industrial settings. Typical career paths include:
- University Researcher or Lecturer
- Postdoctoral Research Scientist
- Research and Development Scientist
- Clinical Research Specialist or Translational Scientist
- Scientific Consultant or Policy Analyst
Cost of study
The indicative tuition fee for international students to study the PhD Molecular Medicine in the University of Essex is £22,550 per year. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase.
Admission
Start your application for the PhD in Molecular Medicine at the University of Essex, applying through the university’s research admissions portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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