School of Natural Sciences PhD studentship (Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Computational Biology, Genetics, and Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences) – January 2027 intake
LASE (University of Kent)
Scholarship Value GTA awards include tuition fees plus a combined maintenance grant and salary equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) for the first three years followed by fees and maintenance grant for a further six months. Scholars also receive fee-paid teacher in Higher Education training through the Associate Fellowship Scheme. Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver l...
Scholarship Value GTA awards include tuition fees plus a combined maintenance grant and salary equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) for the first three years followed by fees and maintenance grant for a further six months. Scholars also receive fee-paid teacher in Higher Education training through the Associate Fellowship Scheme. Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver l...
Opportunity details
Scholarship Value GTA awards include tuition fees plus a combined maintenance grant and salary equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) for the first three years followed by fees and maintenance grant for a further six months. Scholars also receive fee-paid teacher in Higher Education training through the Associate Fellowship Scheme. Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver laboratory, seminars, and practical undergraduate level sessions. In addition, applicants should see specific PhD adverts for each projects specific criteria (see below for links to PhD projects). Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent. The studentships are open to Home students. Further details The school of Natural Science at the University of Kent invites applications for 4 fully funded 3.5 PhD (GTA) starting in January 2027 for the following disciplines; Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Computational Biology, Genetics, and Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences. You will normally be expected to work for 200 hours per annum in years 1 to 3, including teaching (maximum 96 contact hours per year) or demonstrating (maximum 130 contact hours per year) and related duties such as marking, preparation and examination. Further details of GTA terms and conditions are here There are 13 projects to choose from but only 4 scholarships will be awarded. As a result, the selection process will be competitive, and applicants should be aware that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award. Applicants are strongly encouraged to sp...
Eligibility
Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver laboratory, seminars, and practical undergraduate level sessions. In addition, applicants should see specific PhD adverts for each projects specific criteria (see below for links to PhD projects). Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent. As a result, the selection process will be competitive, and applicants should be aware that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
Requirements
Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver laboratory, seminars, and practical undergraduate level sessions. In addition, applicants should see specific PhD adverts for each projects specific criteria (see below for links to PhD projects). Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent. As a result, the selection process will be competitive, and applicants should be aware that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
Funding and benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805 for 2026/27.
Required documents
references, research proposal
How to apply
Applicants must contact the relevant supervisor for their chosen project before submitting an application for the scholarship. Supervisor contact details are provided alongside each available project. Please apply through the PhD application pathway on the following link and select the relevant project’s lead supervisor. Biochemistry PhDCell BiologyChemistryComputational BiologyGeneticsSport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation In your application please include: explain reasons for study provide an outline of a research proposal provide details and evidence of qualifications provide details of any teaching experience provide two academic references provide other personal information and supporting documentation make sure you include that you want to be considered for the GTA on the application
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Benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805 for 2026/27.
Eligibility summary
Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver laboratory, seminars, and practical undergraduate level sessions. In addition, applicants should see specific PhD adverts for each projects specific criteria (see below for links to PhD projects). Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent. As a result, the selection process will be competitive, and applicants should be aware that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
Requirements
Criteria Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding research potential and capability to deliver laboratory, seminars, and practical undergraduate level sessions. In addition, applicants should see specific PhD adverts for each projects specific criteria (see below for links to PhD projects). Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent. As a result, the selection process will be competitive, and applicants should be aware that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
Documents required
references, research proposal
Language/test requirements
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