Research course

Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience

Institution
University of Bristol · School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
Qualifications
PhDMSc by research

Entry requirements

A first or upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a biomedical science discipline is required for entry to the PhD programme. We may consider MSc by research and MSc applications from candidates with a lower second-class degree (or international equivalent).

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience has an international reputation for research excellence in cardiovascular biology,neuroscience, and cell signalling. The school is highly committed to training the next generation of scientists from both the UK and overseas, taking great pride in the standard of our postgraduate provision.

New students enter an exciting and diverse research environment in which we support and challenge our postgraduates to excel. All postgraduates receive extensive research and transferable skills training.

The school is well supported by programme and project grants, particularly from the Medical Research Council (MRC), the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Wellcome Trust, Cancer Research UK and British Heart Foundation (BHF), enabling the school to provide a vibrant environment for research. We offer both three- or four-year PhD programmes and one-year Masters by Research (MScR) projects.

Information for international students

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Fees and funding

Funding to support postgraduate studentships is available from the BBSRC, BHF, MRC and the Wellcome Trust (eligibility criteria apply and allocation is competitive). A limited number of University scholarships are also available. International students are often self-funded or supported by funds from their own governments. MScR studentships are usually self-funded. Self-funded projects usually also require a bench fee.

Details about funded studentships are listed on the Faculty of Life Sciences website.

Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PhD
    part time
    96 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    48 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
  • MSc by research
    part time
    48 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Faculty Education Team
Email
fls-pgenquiries@bristol.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0) 117 374 6625