Program Overview

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Cellular and Developmental Biology PhD/MRes

Overview

The University of Nottingham offers a bespoke research degree in Cellular and Developmental Biology, allowing students to choose their own area of interest to research under the title of their choosing.

Research Areas

Our Cellular and Developmental Biology grouping is made up of the following available PhD and MRes titles:

• Cell Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cell Biology
• Molecular Cell Biology

Research Overview

Our supervisors in the school are at the forefront of research in their fields, utilizing industry-standard facilities, cutting-edge equipment, and guidance to advance the area of life sciences that interests you.

Course Content

PhD or MRes?

PhD programmes allow you to research a topic that interests you over the span of 3 to 4 years. You will be required to submit a thesis on your work at the end of your research period and take part in a viva voce examination.

Masters by Research (MRes) programmes allow you to undertake a substantial amount of independent research while gaining 20 credits of transferable skills training over the span of 12 months.

Defining Your Research Area

If you have a particular research area you are interested in, you should start by emailing a relevant supervisor and talking through your interests with them.

Entry Requirements

Home / UK Students

• British Honours degree at least 2:1 or equivalent
• Applicants currently studying Masters in the UK will be accepted with a minimum average of 60% (Merit) in taught elements, if they have a 2:1 or equivalent at undergraduate level

EU / International Students

• Undergraduate degree of at least 2:1 or equivalent
• International and EU equivalents: We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world
• IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) as a minimum
• English language requirements: As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications

Fees

PhD

• Home / UK: £5,350
• International: £24,300 for low-cost, £32,400 for lab-based, £38,400 for high-cost lab-based or £44,000 for exceptional technically intensive or specialised projects with high consumable costs

MRes

• Home / UK: £5,350
• International: £30,750

Funding

There are many ways to fund your research degree, from scholarships to government loans. Check our guide to find out more about funding your postgraduate degree.

Support

You will have access to a range of support services, including:

• Academic and disability support
• Childcare services
• Counselling service
• Faith support
• Financial support
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Visa and immigration advice
• Welfare support

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.

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Research Excellence Framework

The University of Nottingham is ranked 7th in the UK for research power, according to analysis by Times Higher Education. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) is a national assessment of the quality of research in UK higher education institutions.

• 100% of UoA24 (Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism) and 84% of the UoA5 (Biological Sciences) research submitted was judged to be "world-leading" (4), or "Internationally Excellent" (3) in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results
• 90%* of our research is classed as 'world-leading' (4) or 'internationally excellent' (3)
• 100%* of our research is recognised internationally
• 51% of our research is assessed as 'world-leading' (4*) for its impact**