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Overview
Throughout the Biosciences PhD programme from Newcastle University you'll join a vibrant research community of about 100 postgraduate research students. You'll work in one of our established research groups. This will be alongside postdoctoral researchers, senior students and staff. We will encourage you to present your work in the Institute and at scientific meetings.
Our staff successfully attracts postgraduate funding from diverse sources. These include:
- UK Research Councils, including a BBSRC Doctoral Training Partnership
- Industrial CASE awards
- charities
UK and international government initiatives
Our mission is to help you:
- stay healthy, positive and feeling well
- overcome any challenges you may face during your degree – academic or personal
- get the most out of your postgraduate research experience
- carry out admin and activities essential to progressing through your degree
- understand postgraduate research processes, standards and rules
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:Bacterial Cell Biology
Epithelial Biology
Biochemistry
Proteins: Structure, Function and Evolution group
Sensing, Signalling and Expression group
Pathogenicity of eubacteria.
- Bacterial cell wall biosynthesis
- Cell division including plasmid and chromosome segregation
Check out the full curriculum
Visit programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
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PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a master’s degree would be advantageous.
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
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Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents31900 GBP / year≈ 31900 GBP / year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom
560 - 991 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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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biosciences.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Opportunity Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
6000 GBP
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Charles Letts Memorial Scholarship
Need-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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