QS Rank:

34

The University of Manchester

Manchester
,United Kingdom

Program Rank

34

Program Name
PhD in Molecular Biology

Deadline
June 15th, 2025
Overview


Total Tuition Fees
$81,000

Duration
36 Months

Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#63
US World and News Report
#54
The World University Rankings
#34
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake
Winter ( Jan - Mar )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
29

Average Work Experience
4 Years
Diversity
Others:
10%International:
10%North West England:
45%London:
15%South East England:
20%Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate
80%
Prospective Job Roles
Cell Biologist
Medical Microbiologist
Biomolecular Engineer
Fishery Biologist
Molecular Geneticist
Cellular and Molecular Biologist
Wildlife Biologist
Environmental Microbiologist
Molecular Biologist
Systems Biologist
Molecular Genetic Technologist
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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Related subject area.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 15 years of bachelor degree.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
Standardised Test Score
GRE
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 60
Transcript
Passport
Statement of Purpose
Resume
IELTS
Academic LOR
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
Regular | |
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Winter | Jan 15, 2025 |
Spring | Oct 15, 2024 |
Fall | Jun 15, 2025 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$27,000 / year

Overall Cost
$44,000 / year
FAQs
- Although £15,000 to £18,000 per year is the typical range for a stipend, some can be far greater than this. For example, Wellcome Trust, a research-charity based in London, offers an annual stipend of up to £23,300 and £26,000 for doctoral students located outside and within London, respectively.
- The University of Manchester acceptance rate for PhD course is 53%.
- The average salary for a PhD Student Stipend is £17,148 per year (estimate) in United Kingdom, which is 3% higher than the average University of Manchester salary of £16,600 per year (estimate) for this job
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