Study PhD in Life Sciences at University of Dundee in the UK,
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PhD in Life Sciences

UK

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What will I learn?

There are many reasons why one would want to do a PhD in Life Sciences at Dundee. More that 1,100 staff and research students representing no fewer than 62 different nationalities provide a genuinely global research environment in the heart of Scotland.Our students receive a great deal of support from their peers and via the PhD student association (PiCLS). We offer a range of different programmes some involve rotation projects whilst others are focused on a single research area. In all cases the programme is structured to maximise effective guidance and mentoring, in addition to providing a basis for optimally matching students' interests with cutting edge research.

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£28,840.00 (US$ 37,245) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Campus

Nethergate,

Dundee,

Dundee City,

DD1 4HN, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£28,840.00 (US$ 37,245) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Nethergate,

Dundee,

Dundee City,

DD1 4HN, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Academic Qualifications - candidates for studentships must hold qualifications equivalent to a first or upper second-class honours degree from a UK academic institution. Qualifications, or a combination of qualifications and experience, which demonstrate equivalent ability and attainment will also be considered. For example, a 2(ii) degree may be enhanced by the acquisition of a Masters degree.

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

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About University of Dundee

Eighty-nine percent of University of Dundee graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating (HESA, 2025).

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