Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months (Home students)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026: Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027: Apply anytime.
- Starting April 2027: Apply anytime.
There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry
Overview
The Centre of Bacterial Cell Biology researches bacteria cell biology and biochemistry. It provides scientific insights crucial for the discovery and development of new antibiotics. It provides solutions to a huge range of industrial and environmental problems. Other research interests include:
- Chromosome replication and segregation
- Transcription and translation
- Protein structure, function and engineering
- Cell envelope, growth and division
- Synthetic biology, development and gene regulation
- Bacterium-host interactions
Your development
Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:
- Perform better as a researcher
- Boost your career prospects
- Broaden your impact
Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.
You’ll cover:
- Techniques for effective research
- Methods for better collaborative working
- Essential professional standards and requirements
Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Chromosome replication and segregation
- Transcription and translation
- Protein structure, function and engineering
- Cell envelope, growth and division
- Synthetic biology, development and gene regulation
- Bacterium-host interactions
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- PTE Academic: 70
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a master’s degree would be advantageous.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 60,037 AUD / year (≈ 31,900 GBP / year)
Home students: not set
International students: £31,900-£46,000 per year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: AUD 1,054-1,865 / month
Scholarships
Available university scholarships:
- Opportunity Scholarships - 2000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime - Merit-based
- Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships - 4000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime - Merit-based
- Charles Letts Memorial Scholarship - 6000 GBP - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 - Need-based
- 2% Early Payment Discount - Various benefits - Deadline: 25 Sep 2026 - Need-based