PhD Genetics and Genomics
University of Exeter · Exeter, United Kingdom
About this programme
A postgraduate research degree in Genetics and Genomics at the University of Exeter, covering interdisciplinary areas including rare disease genomics, bioinformatics, epigenetics, and clinical research, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and NHS partnerships.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Medicine
- Tuition
- £28,600 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- April, January, September
Entry requirements
BA/BSc Honors degree (or equivalent), or an MSc in a related subject. Normally a strong background in the field of study at undergraduate level or an MSc in a related subject that would underpin the knowledge required to conduct independent research as an MPhil/PhD student. This would usually require a good 2:1 BSc degree for UK students.
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 (7)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Class of 2026 Progression ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- University of Exeter Alumni ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- 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