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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Warwick
Part Time
Oct 2026
7 Year
This is a practical course based on a single research project, carried out under the training and supervision of one of our Research Leaders. Assessment is by dissertation and oral examination. All students also participate in a programme of transferrable and research skills training. Being funded for your studies from one of our Doctoral Training Programmes means that certain bespoke training activities are required under that programme. Our School of Life Sciences website offers further information on Postgraduate Research courses and funding. Study your PhD in the vibrant community of Warwick's School of Life Sciences, ranked 5th in the UK for Biology (The Guardian University Guide 2020, Biosciences category). Pursue both subject-specific and general research expertise on the practical-based PhD in Life Sciences.Duration3-4 years full-time