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PhD Applied and Molecular Microbiology

PhD Applied and Molecular Microbiology

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Full time | Liverpool Campus | 2 years | DEC-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

2 years

Start date

DEC-25

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Microbiology Genetics

Course Summary

Applied and Molecular Microbiology involves the application of molecular approaches to the study of microbes (bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites) that impact upon medicine, agriculture, veterinary practice or other industry.

The University of Liverpools Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological was established to bring together leading medical, veterinary and basic science researchers from across the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.

Research in Applied and Molecular Microbiology is based across new laboratories located at one of four sites: the Biosciences Building, the Ronald Ross Building, IC2 (all in Liverpool) and at the Leahurst campus. It encompasses the characterisation, design and or use of microbes and microbial products that impact upon medicine, agriculture, veterinary or other industrial practice. This might include the manipulation of the microbiota, the use of microbes to control the growth of specific pathogens or the use of microbial symbionts to control insect or other pests.

The aims of the research are to use microbes to enhance our ability to control pathogens, pests protect our food security. Ultimately this work improves the health and lifestyles of humans and animals.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£4,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,250

Entry requirements

Students will normally have a minimum of a 2:1 class honours degree in a relevant biological science subject, or an equivalent medical, veterinary or dental qualification. Applicants are selected on the basis of their curriculum vitae, qualifications and referees reports, together with their perceived ability to complete the programme successfully and on the value of the training offered to their subsequent career plans.

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