PhD Biological Sciences in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University

Swansea University | Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 23,400
(c. USD31,187.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

You'll pursue an independent biological sciences research project spanning two years (MPhil) or three years (PhD), guided by our world-class researchers. Your work will evolve through engagement in research seminars, workshops, lab work, field studies, and collaboration with our established research teams. We're actively contributing to significant research programs, including: SEACAMS (Sustainable Expansion of the Applied Coastal and Marine Sectors) - enhancing Wales' commercial marine sector through university-business research partnerships; the Algal Biotechnology for Wales Knowledge Transfer Centre - offering expert guidance on microalgal technologies and industry-driven research; EnAlgae - working to decrease CO2 emissions and reliance on non-renewable energy in North-West Europe; Ecojel - addressing both the potential benefits and challenges posed by jellyfish in the Irish Sea; LRCI Marine (Low Carbon Research Institute) - a consortium of Wales' premier marine research institutions supporting sustainable marine development; and the WISE initiative (Welsh Institutes for Sustainable Environments) - helping industries minimize environmental impacts of their products and operations.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants for PhD must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in Biosciences or a related subject, or a master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). IELTS 6.5 Overall (with no individual component below 6.0)

Tuition GBP 23,400
Swansea, United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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