Biosciences PhD
University of Birmingham · Birmingham, United Kingdom
About this programme
Join the Biosciences PhD at the University of Birmingham. Conduct advanced research in areas such as molecular biology, genetics, and ecology. Apply now for 2025 entry.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 4 years · 3 and 4 years full-time - 6 years part-time
- Tuition
- £29,310 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, or a postgraduate Masters, in a relevant subject.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (4)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds