Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience

Entry requirements

A first or upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a biomedical science discipline is required for entry to the PhD programme. We may consider MSc by research and MSc applications from candidates with a lower second-class degree (or international equivalent).

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience has an international reputation for research excellence in cardiovascular biology,neuroscience, and cell signalling. The school is highly committed to training the next generation of scientists from both the UK and overseas, taking great pride in the standard of our postgraduate provision.

New students enter an exciting and diverse research environment in which we support and challenge our postgraduates to excel. All postgraduates receive extensive research and transferable skills training.

The school is well supported by programme and project grants, particularly from the Medical Research Council (MRC), the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Wellcome Trust, Cancer Research UK and British Heart Foundation (BHF), enabling the school to provide a vibrant environment for research. We offer both three- or four-year PhD programmes and one-year Masters by Research (MScR) projects.

Information for international students

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Fees and funding

Funding to support postgraduate studentships is available from the BBSRC, BHF, and MRC (eligibility criteria apply and allocation is competitive). A limited number of University Scholarships are also available. International students are often self-funded or supported by funds from their own governments. MScR students are usually self-funded. Self-funded projects usually also require a bench fee.

Details about funded studentships are listed on the Faculty of Life Sciences website and Bursaries and scholarships | Current students | University of Bristol.

Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.