PhD Synthetic and Systems Biology in Manchester United Kingdom | The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester | Manchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 24,000
(c. USD32,462.88)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

This pioneering dual PhD program in Synthetic and Systems Biology represents a unique collaboration between two world-leading institutions: The University of Manchester's Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB) and Tsinghua University's Center for Synthetic and Systems Biology (CSSB) in Beijing. Both institutions are internationally recognized for their cutting-edge research in this field. MIB's research initiatives align with its Grand Challenges framework, focusing on key areas of biotechnology innovation. The university's Industrial Biotechnology specialization, recently honored with the Queen's Anniversary Prize, stands as one of its flagship research areas. CSSB is dedicated to advancing life sciences through groundbreaking research and education, addressing fundamental biological questions. As one of China's top universities, Tsinghua is devoted to driving progress through academic excellence, research breakthroughs, and technological innovation. This joint PhD initiative aims to create sustainable biotechnologies for industrial applications, offering eco-friendly alternatives while equipping students with the expertise needed to shift from fossil-based to bio-based economic systems.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master's degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent).

Applicants who do not already possess an acceptable English Language qualification will need to take a recognised test and attain a minimum IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests.

TOEFL iBT - At least90 overall withno subtest below 20.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) - At least70 overall with no subtest below 59

Tuition GBP 24,000

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