Microbiology (Biological Sciences) PhD

Course Overview - Microbiology (Biological Sciences) PhD

Microbiology is a well-funded research area at Newcastle University. This creates a vibrant and dynamic environment for postgraduate study.

In biological sciences, our Applied and Environmental Microbiology group researches:

microbial biology in a range of habitats
discovery of natural products, eg antibiotics
reduction of food spoilage
production of biofuels, bioremediation of polluted environments
pathogens and host-pathogen interactions in a range of diseases. This includes those in plants and coral reefs

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

36 Months

Start Date

09/2025

Campus

Main Site (Newcastle)

Course Address
King's Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU

Application Details

Course Code

Unknown

Institution Code

N21

Points of Entry

Unknown

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