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Pharmacy (Pharmacology and Physiology) PhD

The Pharmacy (Pharmacology and Physiology) PhD program at the University of Kent is a research-based degree that provides students with the opportunity to explore their research interests in depth. The program is offered full-time or part-time and can be completed in 3 to 4 years.

Key Information

• Study mode: Full-time or part-time
• Duration: 3 to 4 years full-time
• Start date: September, January, April
• Location: Medway

Entry Requirements

• A first or 2.1 honors degree in an appropriate subject and a taught Master's
• Potential applicants with non-standard qualifications but significant experience should contact the School's Director of Graduate Studies
• International students: Please see the International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information

English Language Entry Requirements

• This course requires a Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR
• Details on how to meet this requirement can be found on the University of Kent's English Language requirements webpage
• Examples:
  • IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
  • PTE Academic 63 with a minimum of 59 in each sub-test
  • A degree from a UK university
  • A degree from a Majority English Speaking Country

Funding

• The University of Kent offers a range of scholarships for postgraduate researchers
• Scholarships can be broad, or specific to your situation, background, or even country
• Use the scholarships finder to discover the options available to you
• Research partnership funding with research councils and government schemes in specific areas of interest can help you take your research to the next level with additional financial support

Fees

• The 2025/26 annual tuition fees for this course are:
  • Full-time: £5,006 (UK), £23,500 (EU), £23,500 (International)
  • Part-time: £2,503 (UK), £11,750 (EU), £11,750 (International)
• For details of when and how to pay fees and charges, please see the Student Finance Guide
• Tuition fees may be increased in the second and subsequent years of your course

Research

• The Medway School of Pharmacy has a research culture and as such postgraduate students publish regularly and widely in journals, conference proceedings, and books
• Among others, they have recently contributed to: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice; Nephron Physiology; Acta Physiologica; Purinergic Signalling; and European Journal of Pharmacology
• The School has strong and vibrant research groups that span a range of pharmacy-related areas
• Staff have a wealth of research experience, and UK and international links with both industry and academic institutions

Research Groups

• Chemistry and drug delivery
• Biological sciences
• Pharmacy practice

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• The University of Kent is here to help you realize your ambition
• Whether you want to get ahead in your current career, change lanes, or kickstart a new one, the university's career support team is on hand to help

Accommodation

• It's easy to study on or off campus at Kent – discover what is right for you
• The university offers a range of accommodation options to suit different needs and budgets

About the University of Kent

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• However, the courses, services, and other matters may be subject to change
• For more information, see the university's terms and conditions

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• The University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ

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