Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Microbiology in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
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Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,740
(c. USD26,376)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our School of Life Sciences conducts research spanning the full scope of biology, from molecular genetics to entire ecological systems. This comprehensive approach fosters innovation and enables cross-disciplinary collaboration. Students can pursue graduate studies across diverse microbiology fields, including clinical applications, environmental studies, and both single-organism and community-level genomic investigations.
A significant number of our graduates advance to research positions at institutions worldwide, while others enter professional roles in biomedical labs, biotech/pharmaceutical companies, or public sector organizations. We enhance career progression through dedicated mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You will need a good honours degree or a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential. If English is not your first language, we require IELTS 6.5 overall, or equivalent, with a score of 5.5 in all other components, TOEFL IBT 88 overall with minimum component scores: listening 17, reading 18, writing 17, and speaking 20.
Tuition
GBP
19,740