Molecular Biosciences (Biotechnology)

This is a specialised PhD Programme that follows an agreed research training model in biotechnology.

Students will develop an understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of life, and its applications in health, medicine or food biosecurity, preparing you for a career in research or industry.

Biosciences research has a huge impact on helping people live longer and healthier lives. With the World Economic Forum identifying healthcare as one of the top 10 Global Challenges for 2030, there is a growing demand for specialists in this field. This course provides you with an understanding of the molecular basis of biological systems and focuses on applying this knowledge to improve human health and disease, food biosecurity and sustainable biotechnologies.

Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

Your academic progress and general welfare will be monitored by your supervisor.

Academic milestones

1. Registration
2. Induction
3. Taught phase
4. Candidature
5. Confirmation
6. Research
7. Writing up
8. Give notice of intention to submit a thesis / portfolio
9. Submission for examination
10. Examination (Viva Voce)
11. Examiners report
12. Final submission of thesis / portfolio
13. Graduation

• First or 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject, from a recognised university.
• A Masters degree or appropriate research training is also desirable. We consider applicants without Masters or appropriate research training on a case by case basis. We might require applicants to satisfactorily complete one of our Masters programmes, or to attend some/all of the units of our MRes programmes while undertaking the MPhil or PhD programme.

To apply for a course, you must use the online application form. You will need to create an account before you can start the application process.

On the application form, you will need to give:

• your personal details
• the date you plan to start studying
• your education details
• proof of your English level if English is not your first language
• the name and contact details of an academic referee from your current or most recent place of study
• your personal statement, explaining your reasons for wishing to study the course
• your supporting information

Supporting information

So we can assess your application and make our decision, you will need to give us all the necessary supporting information, including:

• a scan of your undergraduate degree certificate and your postgraduate degree certificate, if you have one
• a scan of your final degree transcript or your most recent transcript if you are still studying
• an academic reference from your current or most recent place of study, if you have one
• an up-to-date CV
• payment of the application fee, if applicable

You can also upload supporting documents through Application Tracker after you have submitted your online application.

International applicants

If you are an international student, you should also give us:

• your passport details if you need a Student visa
• an authorised translation of your degree certificate and transcript if they are not in English
• your English language assessment certificate, if available