Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
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University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
Doctoral · Medicine
About this programme
Find out about the University of Bristol's PhD in Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, including entry requirements, supervisors and research groups.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Medicine
- Duration
- 2 years
- Tuition
- £27,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- January, September
Entry requirements
A first or upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a biomedical science discipline is required for entry to the PhD programme. We may consider MSc by research and MSc applications from candidates with a lower second-class degree (or international equivalent ). See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required. If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level C.
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 (5)
- 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)
- Colt Foundation FellowshipsPartial funding · Deadline 9 April 2026; check official website for next cycle
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds