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Genetics - PhD
Canterbury campus, Canterbury, United Kingdom
36 monthsProgram duration
22,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
31 Jul, 2025Application Deadline
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Genetics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Research in the School of Biosciences revolves around understanding systems and processes in the living cell. It has a strong molecular focus with leading-edge activities that are synergistic with one another and complementary to the teaching provision.
Overview
Our expertise in disciplines such as biochemistry, microbiology and biomedical science allows us to exploit technology and develop groundbreaking ideas in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, protein science, biophysics and computational biology. Fields of enquiry encompass a range of molecular processes from cell division, transcription and translation through to molecular motors, molecular diagnostics and the production of biotherapeutics and bioenergy.
Our research degrees are based around lab-based and computational research projects. PhD study is based around 3-4 year research projects, full time, or 5-6 years part time. In all our research degrees you undertake a single, focused, research project from day one, and attend only certain components of our transferable skills modules. You are supervised by a team which comprises your main supervisor(s) as well as supervisory chairs that give independent advice on progression.
Program overview
Main Subject
Genetics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Research in the School of Biosciences revolves around understanding systems and processes in the living cell. It has a strong molecular focus with leading-edge activities that are synergistic with one another and complementary to the teaching provision.
Overview
Our expertise in disciplines such as biochemistry, microbiology and biomedical science allows us to exploit technology and develop groundbreaking ideas in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, protein science, biophysics and computational biology. Fields of enquiry encompass a range of molecular processes from cell division, transcription and translation through to molecular motors, molecular diagnostics and the production of biotherapeutics and bioenergy.
Our research degrees are based around lab-based and computational research projects. PhD study is based around 3-4 year research projects, full time, or 5-6 years part time. In all our research degrees you undertake a single, focused, research project from day one, and attend only certain components of our transferable skills modules. You are supervised by a team which comprises your main supervisor(s) as well as supervisory chairs that give independent advice on progression.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
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Becoming a University of Kent undergraduate is the exciting first step to making your mark and achieving your ambition. We know you’ll love your time here, making the most of our outstanding facilities and soaking up all the experiences on offer. Whatever your interests, whatever your goals, we’re sure you’ll find your place at Kent. We believe in the potential of everyone involved in the University of Kent to make a difference. With every human connection we make, we become stronger, building determination and a community spirit that lasts a lifetime.
A world of opportunities – your degree your way
Kent offers a wide range of courses which span the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities. Whatever your subject and wherever you are located you can access a huge range of academic and personal support services to help you excel. There's so much more to Kent than lectures and seminars. Make the most of our flexible study options to create the best student experience and get the degree you want. It's your degree so make it your own at Kent. Customise your studies with elective modules, a year abroad, a year in industry and a whole host of extra-curricular courses.
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Classical and Archaeological Studies - BA (Hons)
Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature - BA (Hons)
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Drama, Theatre and Performing Arts - BA (Hons)
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English Literature and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
English Literature and English Language and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
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Applied Chemical Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics - BSc (Hons)
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Law (Graduate Entry) - LLB (Hons)
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Law and Management - LLB (Hons)
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Master 1 Droit international et européen and LLB in Law Linked Award - LLB (Hons)
Media - BA (Hons)
Politics and International Relations - BA (Hons)
Social Work - BA (Hons)
Sociology - BA (Hons)
Sport and Exercise Science - BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise for Health - BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise for Health with Sport Management - BSc (Hons)
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Here at the University of Kent we understand your passion to progress. Whether gaining advanced skills or joining a global academic research community drives you, our networks and facilities will help you achieve your ambition. With a diverse group of peers and supervisors, you’ll be inspired as well as challenged to push the boundaries of current thinking and research. We believe in the potential of everyone involved in the University of Kent, on campus and in our wider community, to make a difference. With every human connection we make, we become stronger, building determination and a community spirit that lasts a lifetime.
We understand that postgraduate students need flexibility, so many of our taught and all of our research degrees offer September or January starts. Many of our courses will consider applicants either holding or projected 2:2 UK Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, we also offer distance-learning options and short courses. We also offer career-focused conversion courses for those looking for a change of direction.
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English - MA (Research)
English and American Literature - MA
History - MA
History and Philosophy of Art - MA (Canterbury)
Medieval and Early Modern Studies - MA (Research)
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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABAI) (Distance learning) - PDip, MSc
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Autism Studies (Distance Learning) - PCert, PDip, MA
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Biochemistry - MSc
Biomedicine - MSc
Cell Biology - MSc
Clinical Psychology - MSc
Cognitive Psychology / Neuropsychology - MSc
Computational Biology - MSc
Developmental Psychology - MSc
Ethnobiology (by Research) - MSc
Ethnobiology - MSc (Taught)
Forensic Psychology - MSc
General Pharmacy Practice - MSc
Genetics - MSc
Global Healthcare Management - MSc
Infectious Diseases - MSc
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Distance Learning) - MA
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - PCert, PDip, MA
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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Forensic issues (Distance Learning) - PCert, PDip, MA
Medicines Optimisation - PCert, PDip, MSc
Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities - MA (Research)
Microbiology - MSc
Organisational and Business Psychology - PCert, PDip, MSc
Positive Behaviour Support (ABAI) (Distance Learning) - MSc
Positive Behaviour Support (ABAI) - MSc
Positive Behaviour Support (UK-SBA) (Distance Learning) - MSc
Positive Behaviour Support (UK-SBA) - MSc
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Psychology Conversion - MSc
Reproductive Medicine: Science and Ethics - MSc
Social Psychology - MSc
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Applied Actuarial Science (International Master's) - MSc
Applied Actuarial Science - MSc
Applied Actuarial Science with an Industrial Placement (International Master's) - MSc
Applied Actuarial Science with an Industrial Placement - MSc
Biodiversity Management - MSc
Chemistry - MSc
Forensic Science - MSc
Human Geography - MSc
Mathematics - MSc
Physics - MSc
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Biological Anthropology (by Research) - MSc
Community Care - MA
Comparative Politics - MA
Conservation Science - MSc
Criminology - MA (Research)
Criminology - MA (Taught)
Film - MA (Canterbury and Paris)
Film - MA (Canterbury)
Film with Practice - MA
Forensic Osteology and Field Recovery Methods - MSc
Higher Education - MA
Human Resource Management - MSc
International Conflict Analysis - MA (Research)
International Conflict Analysis - MA (Taught)
International Multimedia Journalism - MA
International Relations - MA (Research)
International Relations - PDip, MA (Taught)
International Relations with International Law - MA
International Social Policy - MA
Journalism - MA (Research)
Law (Criminal Justice) - LLM
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Law (International Commercial Law) - LLM
Law (International Criminal Justice) - LLM
Law (International Environmental Law) - LLM
Law (International Law with International Relations) - LLM
Law (International Law) - LLM
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Law (Law and Society) - LLM, PDip
Law (by Research) - LLM
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Logistics and Supply Chain Management - MSc
Methods of Social Research - MA
Multimedia Journalism - MA
Peace and Conflict Studies (International Joint Award) - MA
Philanthropic Studies (Distance Learning) - MA
Political and Social Thought - MA
Professional Practice (Medical Education Management) - MSc
Professional Practice (Resilient Leadership in Education) - MA
Professional Practice (Resilient Leadership in Education) - MSc
Professional Practice (Teaching and Learning) - MSc
Professional Practice - MA
Professional Practice - MSc
Promotional Media - MA
Security and Terrorism - PDip, MA
Social Policy - MA
Social Work - MA
Socio-legal Studies - LLM
Sociology - MA (Research)
Sociology - MA (Taught)
Sport and Exercise Science (by Research and Thesis) - MSc
Statistics - MSc
Two Year Master's in International Social Policy - MA
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German - PhD
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Hispanic Studies - PhD
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History and Philosophy of Art - PhD
Italian - PhD
Linguistics - PhD
Medieval and Early Modern Studies - PhD
Music - PhD
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Poetry: Text, Practice as Research - PhD
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Ethnobiology (by Research) - PhD
Forensic Psychology - PhD
Genetics - PhD
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Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities - PhD
Microbiology - PhD
Pharmacy (Biochemistry and Cell Biology) - PhD
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Social Psychology - PhD
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Human Geography - PhD
Mathematics - PhD
Physics - PhD
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Anthropology - PhD
Community Care - PhD
Comparative Politics - PhD
Criminology - PhD
Cultural and Global Criminology - PhD
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Film: Practice as Research - PhD
Higher Education - PhD
International Conflict Analysis - PhD
International Relations - PhD
Journalism - PhD
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Operational Research - PhD
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