Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027. Apply before Jun 2027.
Research degrees may start at any time of the year. For September start you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score, CEFR-aligned)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Immunology
Overview
Understand the complexities of the immune system and utilise this knowledge to manipulate immune responses and treat disease with the Immunology and Immunotherapy doctorate offered from University of Birmingham.
Conduct research to tackle infectious diseases, advance treatments for cancer and develop therapies for autoimmune disorders.
Visit the programme website for more information
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. It’ll also provide you with the opportunity to develop your network of peers, collaborators and colleagues to support your onward career.
Many of the 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.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Immune Regulation
- Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy
- Gut and Liver Inflammation
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score, CEFR-aligned)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 Honours degree in a subject relevant to the research area you are applying to.
- If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 55,828 AUD / year (≈ 29,310 GBP / year)
Domestic: 9,977 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- UK: £2,619 part-time
- International: £14,665 part-time
Living costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,457-2,160 AUD / month