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Newcastle University: Biology
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Natural and Environmental Sciences |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Join us for your MPhil or PhD in Biology. Our research-active academic staff will support you. Supervision is available in a number of research areas.
Our biology research has a focus on understanding biological and ecological systems. We're using our findings to solve global problems.
Ecology and conservation
Our Ecology and Conservation Research group works to understand patterns observed in nature - species and habitats. This often includes anthropogenic effects.
We collaborate with a variety of organisations concerned with species and habitat conservation, including statutory responsibility. We work with research partners and conservation practitioners from the UK and across the globe.
Our research covers:
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genetics
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conservation
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human-wildlife interactions
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ecology
Biological, clinical and environmental systems modelling
The Modelling, Evidence and Policy group focuses on analysing the structure and dynamics of complex biological and clinical systems. We have a specific interest in investigating spatially and temporally heterogeneous processes in biology. We are driven by practical problem-solving through the use of modelling.
Applied and environmental biology
We research organisms and processes of commercial and environmental importance. Our experimental approaches include:
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genomics
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molecular biology
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biochemistry
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physiology
Some examples of the commercial applications we develop include:
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natural products discovery
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creation of novel antimicrobials and biopesticides
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sustainable methods of reducing food spoilage
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microbes involved in biofuel production
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uses of microbes in bioremediation of polluted environments
As a Biology PhD student, you'll play an important role in our active research portfoli.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Newcastle University
Newcastle University is a World Top 140 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of world-class, research-intensive UK universities.
Committed to excellence, innovation and creativity, it is pioneering solutions that can change the world. Through world-class research it tackles some of the biggest challenges facing society globally, leading in its key strengths of ageing and health, data, cities and place, culture and creative arts, and one planet. The UK’s Research Excellence Framework 2021 assessed its research as world-leading with outstanding impact.
Through high quality teaching it educates …
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