Genetics and Genomics PhD/MRes

Program Overview

The University of Nottingham offers a bespoke research degree in Genetics and Genomics, allowing students to pursue their specific interests under the guidance of leading supervisors. Utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, students explore topics ranging from cell biology to human health, contributing to advancements in life sciences. Graduates have a high employment rate, with an average annual salary of £31,976, and enjoy a supportive and dynamic research community.

Program Outline

Outline:

Your research degree is bespoke at the University of Nottingham, and allows you to choose your own area of interest to research, under the title of your choosing. Our Genetics and Genomics grouping is made up of the following available PhD and MRes courses: Genetics Population Genetics Medical Genetics Bioinformatics Molecular Genetics Comparative Genomics Human Molecular Genetics Molecular Evolution Evolutionary Genetics Our supervisors in the school are at the forefront of research in their fields. Utilising industry standard facilities, along with cutting edge equipment, and the guidance of our supervisors, you will advance the area of life sciences that interests you. Your degree and research area is bespoke to you, however, our supervisors can provide projects in many areas of current interest in genetics and genomics, ranging from fundamental questions in cell biology to variation and disease in humans. Some of the fields our supervisors are already researching include: Congenital heart disease - leading to a greater understanding of the mutations that cause it Investigations into the causes and treatment of dementia Laboratory manipulation of spider silks in a search for new materials for specialist applications New methods of CRISPR genome editing

Careers:

3% of postgraduates from the School of Life Sciences secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £31,976.

• HESA Graduate Outcomes 2019/20 data published in 2022.
The Graduate Outcomes % is derived using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on data from graduates who completed a full-time postgraduate degree with home fee status and are working full-time within the UK.

Other:

Here in the School of Life Sciences we’re committed to supporting our students’ wellbeing to ensure that your experience studying with us is the best it can be. Monthly social trips - Attenborough Nature Reserve, Nottingham Ice Skating Arena, Yoga Retreats, and more Pint of Science PubhD Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity University of the Third Age (U3A) Wonder

• UK fees: £5,100
• International fees: MRes: £28,600 per year / PhD: Up to £41,000 per year