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| Start date | September, January or April |
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| Locations | Streatham Campus
Penryn Campus St Luke's Campus |
| Study modes | Full time and part time |
Overview
Our world-leading research is conducted at the University of Exeter facilities on the Streatham, St Luke’s, Royal Devon University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Cornwall campuses with:
- Access to state-of-the-art research facilities including Exeter Sequencing Services and the Living Systems Institute
- Opportunities to experience research at the cutting-edge of health innovation, where close working relationships with the National Health Service (NHS) and the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre ensures our research continues to reflect national needs and priorities.
Contact
Web: Enquire online
Phone: 0300 555 6060 (UK)
+44 (0)1392 723044 (non-UK)
Web: Enquire online
Phone: +44 (0)1392 72 72 72
Top 10 in the UK for our world-leading and internationally excellent Clinical Medicine research
Based on 4* + 3* research in REF 2021
100% of our health research impact is world-leading or internationally excellent
Research Excellence Framework 2021
Top 175 in world for clinical and health
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
Vibrant and active research student community supported by excellent pastoral and academic staff
Top 10 in the UK for our world-leading and internationally excellent Clinical Medicine research
Based on 4* + 3* research in REF 2021
100% of our health research impact is world-leading or internationally excellent
Research Excellence Framework 2021
Top 175 in world for clinical and health
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
Vibrant and active research student community supported by excellent pastoral and academic staff
Research overview
As a postgraduate student undertaking research in Genetics and Genomics in the Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences, you will be part of a thriving research community, benefiting from expert supervision as well as access to outstanding facilities. Genetics and Genomics research at Exeter is highly interdisciplinary with research spanning multiple disease areas, bioinformatics, mathematical modelling, data science, epidemiology and clinical research.
You can learn more about our research here:
- Genomics of Rare Disease
- Monogenic Diabetes
- Hyperinsulinism
- Complex Trait Genomics
- Complex Disease Epigenetics Group
- Early Growth Genetics Consortium
- Reproductive Genomics Group
- Neurogenomics
- RNA-Research Projects
Our research delivers direct benefit to patients, the NHS and the pharmaceutical industry. Our aim is to understand the underlying molecular and genetic basis of disease and to apply this knowledge in innovative ways that lead to improved treatment and a better quality of life for patients.
Entry requirements
- A good undergraduate degree (in the UK, at least an upper second-class honours) in a relevant subject
- A taught Masters degree in a relevant subject.
- Normally a strong background in the field of study at undergraduate level or an MSc in a related subject that would underpin the knowledge required to conduct independent research as an MPhil/PhD student. This would usually require a good 2:1 BSc degree for UK students.
English Language Requirements for international students
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for these courses fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
How to apply
PhD and Research Programme application process
The information below applies to self-funded PhD, MPhil and Masters by Research applicants, but if you are applying for a funded PhD studentship, please follow the specific instructions related to that application.
- Pinpoint your PhD research area
- Investigate whether this area is available at Exeter
- Ensure that you meet our English language entry requirements (international students only)
- Approach your potential supervisor(s) and confirm that they are willing to support your application
- In consultation with your potential supervisor(s) construct and refine your PhD research proposal
- Apply online
PhD studentships pages can be accessed in our Funding lists on Finance tabs under each research topic page, and are also available from the Postgraduate Research search results pages on this site, on the PhD projects tab.
Full details of the application process can be found on our Apply now webpage.
Supervision
You can expect:
- High-quality research supervision to develop and nurture your potential
- A tailored supervision approach to help best suit your requirements
- Accessible supervisors who are enthusiastic about working directly with postgraduate research students
- Regular timetabled meetings with your supervisor
- 'Open door' policy to all postgraduate students - instant access to world-leading researchers who will share their expertise and ideas with you
- Regular meetings with your supervisory team, other members of your research group, and mentors
You will only be able to pursue a research degree with us if we can offer appropriate supervision. Your supervisors will provide the necessary support and guidance and so need to have expertise in your chosen research field. You may join a research team or work with specific members of staff.
You should informally approach your potential supervisor(s) with your research proposal before submitting a formal application to study. This will enable you to find out if they feel they would be able to supervise you and whether they believe your research proposal needs further refinement.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees per year 2025/26
- Home: £4,950 full-time; £pro-rata part-time
- International: £28,600 full-time
For those studying for more than one year, our fees are expected to increase modestly in line with Consumer Price Inflation measured in December each year. More information can be found on our Student Finance webpages.
Tuition fees per year 2024/25
- Home: £4,786 full-time; £pro-rata part-time
- International: £27,500 full-time
For those studying for more than one year, our fees are expected to increase modestly in line with Consumer Price Inflation measured in December each year. More information can be found on our Student Finance webpages.
Our Postgraduate Funding webpage provides links to further information. If you are considering a PhD in the future, in addition to University of Exeter funding, we have been successful at securing postgraduate funding for PhD research through our Funded Centres.
Current available funding
Careers
Likely careers for graduates:
- Further research in an academia, biotechnology, or commercial setting
- Careers in the NHS
- Teaching (University or other educational setting)
- Civil Service
- Charity sector
- Medicine or Veterinary medicine
- Policy
