Overview
Recent advances in genomics and proteomics have emphasized how the pathogen:immune interface shapes the host environment and identified both host and pathogen genes implicated in disease. By studying these interactions, and the autoreactive potential of the immune response, Infection and Immunity at University of Cambridge aim to improve our knowledge and understanding of the pathogenesis of immune and infectious disorders, and develop therapeutic strategies to benefit human health. No single…
student can be experienced in all these areas, but by providing rigorous training in a well-resourced scientific environment this programme will equip the next generation of scientists with the necessary skills and broad academic insight to bring novel and innovative approaches to the study of immunity and infection. The aim of the four year PhD Programme in Immunity and Infection is to provide students with the training, cutting-edge skills and broad academic insight and expertise to bring novel and innovative approaches to the study of immune and infectious disorders. The 2019 opening of The Cambridge Institute of Therapeutic Immunology and Infectious Disease (CITIID) provides a new and unique opportunity for postgraduate student training in immunity and infection - CITIID combines clinical and scientific expertise with state-of-the-art flow cytometry, proteomic, imaging and CL3 facilities. The Programme is offering three fully funded studentships at the Home fee rate, for projects commencing in October 2027. International students may apply to the Programme, but will need to obtain funding and should therefore also apply to the University’s funding competition, by the relevant deadline. In addition to excellent research facilities, students will have access to a wide variety of training and researcher development activities, many of which are offered through the Postgraduate School of Life Sciences and the wider University.
Learning outcomes
At the end of their PhD, students should: have a thorough knowledge of the literature and a comprehensive understanding of scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own research; be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field; have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems; be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research; and have gained oral presentation and scientific writing skills.
Programme Structure
Curriculum includes:
- In their first year, students will attend Principal Investigator-led core topic sessions which cover (i) fundamental techniques including bioinformatics, microscopy, flow cytometry, data analysis and statistics; (ii) cutting edge technologies such as the design and execution of genetic screens, new proteomic approaches and mathematical modelling; (iii) key transferable skills including communication, scientific writing, public engagement and ethics. Each PI will contribute to this teaching and small group tutorials allow for a personal flavour and flexible dynamic.
- Training in scientific communication and critical thinking continues throughout the PhD including oral presentations at the annual symposium. Additional training in later years will include adopting a ‘near-peer’ mentor role and organization of internal conference including opportunities to engage with non-academic speakers and editors.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100 OR IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree.
- If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
- Whilst the minimum requirement is a Good II.i honours degree, most of the students admitted will have a first-class honours degree.
- Applicants to this course are asked to provide additional contextual information about their undergraduate study. The information provided in the contextual form allows us to better understand the circumstances of an applicant's undergraduate study and achievement.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 80,328 AUD / year ≈ 42,546 GBP / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 21,161 AUD / year ≈ 11,208 GBP / year
Living costs
Cambridge, United Kingdom: 1,597–2,766 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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