Life Sciences (non-graduating) (research) (Research)

There are many reasons why one would want to do a PhD in Life Sciences at Dundee. More that 1,100 staff and research students representing no fewer than 62 different nationalities provide a genuinely global research environment in the heart of Scotland.

Our students receive a great deal of support from their peers and via the PhD student association (PiCLS). We offer a range of different programmes; some involve rotation projects whilst others are focused on a single research area. In all cases the programme is structured to maximise effective guidance and mentoring, in addition to providing a basis for optimally matching students' interests with cutting edge research.

PhD opportunities at the School of Life Sciences
Learn more about research at the School of Life Sciences

You can apply for a PhD or other Postgraduate Research degree using our Direct Application System. Once you've signed up for an account you'll be asked to search of a course.

To find a Life Science PhD or PGR course you should select the following options:

Course type: Research Postgraduate
Keyword: Life
This will allow you to apply for:

PhD Life Sciences (part time) – if you have been awarded a studentship and will be carrying out your PhD part-time
PhD Life Sciences (4 years) – if you have been awarded a 4-year studentship (e.g Wellcome, EASTBIO, CSC)
PhD Life Sciences (3 years) – if you have been awarded a 3-year studentship
Non Graduating Students – you should also apply via Direct App if you have been asked to register as a non-graduating student, course name:

Life Sciences (non-graduating) (research)