The application deadline for PhD studentships starting in Sept 2025 has now closed. Projects will be advertised in Oct 2025 for PhD studentships starting in Sept 2026
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The SWBio DTP offers projects in world-class bioscience that encompasses the following three areas:
- Biomolecular and Biophysical Studies
- Animal Behaviour and In Vivo Studies
- Agriculture and the Environment
Click on the research area links below to view the projects available. You can also find out more about the research teams by visiting our meet our supervisors webpage.
Of note, some projects may involve fieldwork or time away from the listed host institution for e.g. time spent with others within your supervisory team, collaborating university, collaborator or on a CASE/PIPS placement.
For all project enquiries, please contact the listed supervisor, unless otherwise stated in the project description.
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