Overview

You can conduct your research Infection and Immunity programme delivered by The Cardiff University , within the Division of Infection & Immunity. Research extends from basic mechanisms of infection and immunology to translation directly impacting diagnosis, management and prevention of disease.

Centrally supported state of-the-art technology platforms, genomics, Medicine courses continue over proteomics, lipidomics, imaging and flow cytometry with expertise in cell and molecular biology.

Distinctive features

New and refurbished lab space in the Henry Wellcome and Tenovus Buildings combines state-of-the-art laboratories with shared core facilities for proteomics, genomics, transgenics, flow cytometry, histology and imaging.

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Programme Structure

The following research areas are of particular strength:

Complement Biology

Inflammation and leukocyte trafficking

Biology of leukocytes sub-sets

Cytokines and Chemokines

T lymphocyte subsets and immune regulation

Immunotherapy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-05 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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Applications can be made at any time, but in addition there will be specific calls, which have associated instructions and deadlines.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Microbiology Immunology View 35 other PhDs in Microbiology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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90

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Applicants should possess a minimum of an upper second class Honours degree, master's degree, or equivalent in a relevant subject.

In some cases, a medical degree and/or relevant professional qualifications or experience are required.

Specifically funded PhD projects will be advertised with specific instructions on applications, otherwise prospective students are advised to contact potential supervisors.

A personal statement or covering letter should address how the applicant can contribute to the proposed project.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26700 GBP / year

≈ 26700 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees: £2,503

Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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