Sainsbury Wellcome Centre Systems Neuroscience PhD
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
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University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
Sainsbury Wellcome Centre Systems Neuroscience PhD
Doctoral · Social
About this programme
Students at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre (SWC) study toward a Sainsbury Wellcome Centre Systems Neuroscience PhD. You will receive a comprehensive introduction to theoretical and systems neuroscience, as well as intensive training in experimental techniques, including imaging, physiology, molecular, and behavioural methods.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £38,300 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a keen interest in neuroscience combined with an undergraduate degree in a relevant field (for example Neuroscience, Life Sciences, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science) at a minimum of upper second-class UK Bachelor’s level or overseas 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 (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