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Metabolism and Systems Research (Non Lab) - PhD

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-DEC-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Course overview

Advance your expertise in human health and become equipped with the essential skills to research the bodys complex processes. By applying advanced technologies in endocrine and metabolism research to study human diseases and aging, you can contribute to innovative treatments and global health advancements.

Work amongst renowned researchers to produce groundbreaking research, ultimately translating these findings into personalised treatments that transform patient care.

By pursuing our PhD/MSc by Research youll gain high quality research training that will enable you to conduct independent investigative research with confidence and expertise. You can choose from a wide range of research areas within Metabolism and Systems covering:

  • Metabolism and metabolic disease
  • Hormones and reproduction
  • Hormones, immunity and inflammation
  • Hormones, metabolism and cancer

By studying this programme youll become part of the Graduate School within the College of Medicine and Health giving you access to:

  • Supervision from leading academics to support you through your research programme including research techniques and training.
  • Training and development courses to enable you to gain research and transferable training skills.
  • Opportunities to attend and take part in Research Poster festivals and other postgraduate activities to boost your academic and networking skills.
  • An allocated academic mentor so you can access pastoral support.
  • State-of-the art facilities to support a range of teaching, learning and research activity with access to dedicated write up rooms, libraries, and computer facilities.

Career opportunities

A PhD is the highest level of academic achievement available and vital for the continued professional development of scientists.

Completing a PhD at Birmingham will extend your knowledge base in your chosen subject, as well as enhancing your problem-solving and analytical, communication and teaching, and leadership and management skills – all of which are valued across the academic and private sectors. Itll also provide you with the opportunity to develop your network of peers, collaborators and colleagues to support your onward career.

Many of our postgraduate research students go onto roles such as Research fellow/postdoctoral researcher, medical writer, scientist/research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry, and clinical trial coordinator.

Employers include the NHS Trusts, Cancer Research UK, pharma and biotech companies (including AstraZeneca, Covance, Binding Site, Immunocore, Johnson and Johnson), Medical Communications agencies (e.g. Fishawack, Insight Medical Writing), the Armed Forces and the University of Birmingham.

Tuition fees

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£ 28,320per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

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