About Computational Biology - Phd in University of Kent
Our expertise in disciplines such as biochemistry, microbiology and biomedical science allow us to exploit technology and develop ground-breaking ideas in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, protein science, biophysics and computational biology. Fields of enquiry encompass a range of molecular processes from cell division, transcription and translation through to molecular motors, molecular diagnostics and the production of biotherapeutics and bioenergy.
Our research degrees are based around lab-based and computational research projects. PhD study is based around 3-4 year research projects, full time, or 5-6 years part time. In all our research degrees you undertake a single, focused, research project from day one, and attend only certain components of our transferable skills modules. Our research degree students are supervised by supervisory teams which comprise their main supervisor(s) as well as supervisory chairs that give independent advice on progression.
Academic qualification equivalents
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For entry to a Kent PhD programme, Indian students typically need to have completed a Master’s degree with a First Class degree, a CGPA of 6.0/10, 60% or equivalent at an accredited institution.
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in R; 21 in W; 17 in L; 20 in S
- PTE: 62 overall with 60 in each subtest
Highlights
| Establishment Year |
1965 |
| Location |
Canterbury, England |
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Rural |
| Student Enrollment |
19,860 |
| Endowment |
£ 5.528 million |
| Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
| Financial Support |
Available |
| Campus Housing |
Available |
University of Kent Cost of Attendance
| Expenses |
Estimated cost (in GBP) |
| Undergraduate Fee |
15,200-18,400 |
| Postgraduate Fee |
16,000-19,000 |
| Average cost of living |
12,968 |
