Overview

The Biomolecular Sciences Research programme from Sheffield Hallam University involves training in research methods and a laboratory based high level scientific investigation. The nature of the work and the time it takes to finish the research means a research degree is demanding and needs great commitment.

Careers and opportunities

Research degrees are a vital qualification for most academic careers, and for professional specialisation and development in an existing or planned career.

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Programme Structure

Undertake research in:

disease mechanisms

bioanalytical chemistry (incorporating the Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging)

molecular microbiology, or
chemistry and biomaterials

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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90

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Molecular Sciences View 36 other PhDs in Molecular Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120

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90

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60

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).

All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.

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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

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4786 GBP / year

≈ 4786 GBP / year

Additional Details

Our tuition fee for UK postgraduate research students will be aligned to the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) fees which have not yet been confirmed

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

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

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Delivered

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General requirements

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Funding

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