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Bioethics PhD

University of Nottingham

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Kings Meadow Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    FEB

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Research overview

We have extensive international experience of research in applied bioethics, biotechnology assessment and the sociology of science and technology.

Our research is funded by the Wellcome Trust, Leverhulme Trust, European Union, BBSRC and other national research councils and charities.

The bioethics group works closely with staff across the University of Nottingham including the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, and the School of Sociology and Social Policy.

We have experience supporting interdisciplinary research on applied topics, and enabling students with a wide variety of backgrounds to transition into bioethics.

Research areas

Research can be grouped into four main themes:


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  • Animal, veterinary, food and agricultural ethics

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  • Ethical tool/frameworks (including the Ethical Matrix)

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  • Responsible research and biotechnology innovation

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  • Human and animal health, and welfare

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.

    • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
    • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in Hong Kong
    (International fees)

    £ 30,200per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    • University League Table

      30th

    • Campus address

      University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

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    A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
    Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
    Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Biological Sciences

      28th out of 94

      32nd out of 36 3

    • Entry standards

      / Max 228
      147 64%

      33rd

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      81.0 81%

      28th

      13

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.00 75%

      67th

      7

    • Entry standards

      / Max 247
      174 70%

      22nd

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      100.0 100%

      1st

      17

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      2.58 65%

      35th

      4

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