PhD Biological Sciences (China) in Suzhou United Kingdom | University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool | Suzhou United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 99,000
(c. USD132,090.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Biological Sciences PhD program enables qualified graduates to explore significant biological research questions. Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University provides cutting-edge facilities and mentorship from faculty trained at world-class institutions. The program additionally develops professional competencies to enhance career prospects. Full-time PhD candidates typically complete three years of research followed by one year of thesis writing, with comprehensive skills training throughout. The maximum submission period is four years for full-time students (six years part-time).
This collaborative program between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool culminates in a University of Liverpool degree accredited by China's Ministry of Education. Students receive specialized training to develop advanced research capabilities valuable in both academic and biotech fields.
The UK-awarded PhD degree holds recognition from both the UK Department of Education and China's Ministry of Education.
Full-time PhD candidates may qualify for a six-month research visit to the University of Liverpool, with travel and accommodation expenses covered by both institutions.
XJTLU allocates each PhD student a 16,500 RMB conference fund to facilitate academic participation, research dissemination, and institutional visibility.
The program leverages XJTLU's dynamic international research community to prepare graduates for successful careers in life sciences.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
Or UK Pass with Merit Master degree (or its equivalent) in an appropriate field of study
Minimum Requirement: IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)

CHINA
The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor or Master degree holder is:

Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People's Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark)
Other universities: 80 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution

UK
UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
Or UK Pass with Merit Master degree

NORTH AMERICA
3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor or Master degree holder.
OTHER REGIONS
Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree or Pass with Merit Master degree.

Tuition GBP 99,000

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