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Biotechnology (Medical Sciences) MPhil, PhD

Newcastle University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-APR-25

  • Duration

    36 months

Course summary

Explore the field of medical sciences with a Biotechnology PhD and MPhil at Newcastle University.

Overview

We invite proposals for MPhil and PhD biotechnology projects in the field of medical sciences.

Our biotechnology PhD and MPhil sits in the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS).

We offer MPhil and PhD supervision in the following research areas:

Our research focuses on translational medicine. This spans drug discovery and development to effective product commercialisation and process optimisation. Our key areas are:

  • the development of drugs for the treatment of cancer and psychiatric disorders
  • novel antibiotic innovation
  • design and development of integrated electrochemical and bio-microelectromechanical (bio-MEMS) sensors. This is for the application to diagnosis of disease processes and sensor technologies. This provides real-time, high content intracellular analysis using polymer-based nanosensor systems

    • Your development

    We'll provide you with a comprehensive research training programme. This includes training in professional skills and research techniques. We'll also support your personal development. We have a thriving postgraduate research culture and great support for international students.

    Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS) researcher development programme

    Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:

    perform better as a researcher

    boost your career prospects

    broaden your impact

    Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.

    You’ll cover:

    techniques for effective research

    methods for better collaborative working

    essential professional standards and requirements

    Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.

    Our Careers Service

    Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in Hong Kong
    (International fees)

    £ 29,800per year

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

    University information

    Newcastle University

    Newcastle University

    • University League Table

      26th

    • Campus address

      Medical Student Office, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4HH, United Kingdom

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    Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
    Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
    Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Biological Sciences

      31st out of 94 2

      22nd out of 36 1

    • Entry standards

      / Max 228
      147 65%

      33rd

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      77.0 77%

      42nd

      15

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.00 75%

      67th

      21

    • Entry standards

      / Max 247
      179 73%

      17th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      99.0 99%

      20th

      19

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.06 77%

      12th

      10

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