There are many reasons why one would want to do a PhD in Life Sciences at Dundee. More that 1,100 staff and research students representing no fewer than 62 different nationalities provide a genuinely global research environment in the heart of Scotland.
Our students receive a great deal of support from their peers and via the PhD student association (PiCLS). We offer a range of different programmes; some involve rotation projects whilst others are focused on a single research area. In all cases the programme is structured to maximise effective guidance and mentoring, in add...
There are many reasons why one would want to do a PhD in Life Sciences at Dundee. More that 1,100 staff and research students representing no fewer than 62 different nationalities provide a genuinely global research environment in the heart of Scotland.<br/><br/>Our students receive a great deal of support from their peers and via the PhD student association (PiCLS). We offer a range of different programmes; some involve rotation projects whilst others are focused on a single research area. In all cases the programme is structured to maximise effective guidance and mentoring, in addition to providing a basis for optimally matching students interests with cutting edge research.<br/><br/>PhD opportunities at the School of Life Sciences<br/>Learn more about research at the School of Life Sciences<br/><br/>You can apply for a PhD or other Postgraduate Research degree using our Direct Application System. Once youve signed up for an account youll be asked to search of a course.<br/><br/>To find a Life Science PhD or PGR course you should select the following options:<br/><br/>Course type: Research Postgraduate<br/>Keyword: Life<br/>This will allow you to apply for: <br/><br/>PhD Life Sciences (part time) – if you have been awarded a studentship and will be carrying out your PhD part-time<br/>PhD Life Sciences (4 years) – if you have been awarded a 4-year studentship (e.g Wellcome, EASTBIO, CSC)<br/>PhD Life Sciences (3 years) – if you have been awarded a 3-year studentship<br/>Non Graduating Students – you should also apply via Direct App if you have been asked to register as a non-graduating student, course name:<br/><br/>Life Sciences (non-graduating) (research)
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
6 Months
Start Date
01/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
Unknown
Institution Code
D65
Points of Entry
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