Program Overview
The Biotechnology (PhD) at The University of Manchester is a MPhil programme in United Kingdom. This programme provides advanced academic training at postgraduate level.
Key Program Features
- Degree: MPhil
- Language: English
- Duration: 12 months
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biotechnology (PhD) programme are prepared for diverse careers in their chosen field. A MPhil from The University of Manchester opens doors to roles in academia, industry, and public sector.
Program Curriculum
- wound healing
- injury and repair
- cancer biology
- arthritis research
- appetite and body weight
- neurodegeneration and movement disorders
- animal cell biotechnology
- microbial pathogenicity and production of therapeutics
- fungal biotechnology and protein production
- biofuels
- genetic engineering of crops
- containment of transgenes in the environment
- bioremediation of terrestrial and aquatic environments
- bioinformatics.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Academic entry qualification overview
Applicants are expected to hold, or about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a related subject area. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Masters degree with a Merit classification.
English language
For applicants whose first language is not English, you must supply an official IELTS or TOEFL transcript to support your application, or provide a date on which you will be taking a test. Please note the IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.
For the majority of PhD/MPhil applicants, we require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall [or TOEFL (paper) 577, (internet) 90]. Each component of the English test should meet the minimum requirement of IELTS 5.5 in all components, TOEFL (paper 527, internet 72).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 28500 (International); GBP 14500.0 (National)
GBP 28500 (International); GBP 14500.0 (National)
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Manchester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information.
About University of Manchester
University of Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
