Molecular Genetics [PhD/MSc (Research)]
University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom
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University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom
Molecular Genetics [PhD/MSc (Research)]
Doctoral · Sciences
About this programme
Overview Our staff have leading expertise and funding in human and model organism research including Drososophila melanogaster and microbes; as well as ‘omics - genomics, transcriptomics and metabolomics. They utilise a multi-disciplinary approach within the School of Molecular Biosciences with core links to Glasgow Polyomics; and have good external links with industry. Research in molecular genetics has strong alignment with the broad areas of agriculture and food security; bioscience for health; and industrial biotechnology and bioenergy. Research topics are allied to ongoing research within the School. Projects can be related to either fundamental or translational science including clinical science and sustainable agriculture. Multi-disciplinary research approaches applied within the molecular genetics research programme include molecular genetics (human, Drosophila and microbial gen
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £33,210 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Entry requirements
A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent.
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)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust Centenary Award 2026Partial funding