Our approach to environmental science research is multidisciplinary. You can specialise in the fields of applied and environmental biology.
Overview
We invite proposals for MPhil or PhD environmental sciences projects in the fields of applied and environmental biology.
We conduct research on organisms and processes of commercial and environmental importance. We embrace experimental approaches that encompass:
Our research provides evidence for the underlying molecular and physiological processes that affect animal behaviour and physiology.
Our research is driven by the desire to develop new biological systems that address health, food, energy and water security. The applied nature of our work has led to the launch of successful spin-out companies, such as Genius. These companies offer graduate employment opportunities and make a substantial contribution to the local economy. The commercial applications that result from our research range from natural products discovery and creation of novel antimicrobials and biopesticides to sustainable methods of reducing food spoilage.
Applied and environmental biology research is based in the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences.
Your development
Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) researcher development programme
Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:
Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.
You’ll cover:
Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
6 January 2025, 28 April 2025
Newcastle University
King’s Gate,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
Northumberland,
NE1 7RU, England
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Newcastle University offers an internationally respected qualification, and a graduate employment rate of 94 per cent.