Life Sciences PhD

UK

What will I learn?

OVERVIEW

If you are a graduate in a life science or similar discipline, this MPhil/ PhD / PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent route to expand your knowledge and research skills within in the vibrant life sciences sector. Successful defence of the final thesis will provide the researcher with a level 8 qualification that can offer an excellent opportunity to move into higher management positions within the industry. Find out more about the Centre for Physical Activity and Life Sciences (PALS).

Course Details

This Life Sciences PhD is a practical course based on a single research project, carried out under the training and supervision of our Research Supervisors.

All students also participate in a programme of transferrable and research skills training.?When you finish this course, you will be able to find research and development roles within the Biotech and Pharmaceutical sectors or progress into an academic career or enter business at a managerial level.

Which department am I in?

University of Northampton

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£15,950.00 (17,37,851) per year
Accommodation - 165 per week
Start date

October 2025

Venue

Waterside Campus

University Drive,

Northampton,

Northamptonshire,

NN1 5PH, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 years)

Tuition fees
£15,950.00 (17,37,851) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

March 2025

Venue

University of Northampton

Buildingy23m02, University Drive,

Waterside Campus,

Northampton,

NN1 5PH, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a Life Sciences related subject or Master’s Degree from a UK university (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area. Students with lower-level qualifications or qualifications in a different subject area, but relevant experience will also be considered on an individual basis. ?We welcome applications from students with internationally recognised qualifications which are an equivalent to our entry requirements stated above. All candidates are required to attend an interview as part of the selection process. IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores not below 6.5. Your score in writing must meet 6.5.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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