SWBio DTP fully-funded 4-year PhD studentships in the biosciences (September 2027 start)
South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (SWBio DTP), funded by UKRI-BBSRC (Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Rothamsted Research and partners)
Who can apply: Applicants need, or expect, a First or Upper Second Class UK honours degree or an equivalent overseas qualification in an appropriate science or technology area; a Lower Second is considered with a Master’s or significant relevant experience. Quantitative experience is needed. Applicants who already hold or are about… What is funded: Four-year fully-funded UKRI-BBSRC studentships covering a tax-free stipend at the standard UKRI rate, tuition fees, research and training costs, and ring-fenced funds including a 3-month placement. Up to 30% of studentships can go to applicants classed as international, who do not have to cover the difference between… Deadline: Midday (GMT), Wednesday 2 December 2026, through the SWBio DTP Good Grants application system (link provided week commencing 27 October 2026). Round: Studentships starting September 2027.
Read the full call and apply on the official page: South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (SWBio DTP), funded by UKRI-BBSRC (Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Rothamsted Research and partners), official page.
Who can apply
- Applicants need, or expect, a First or Upper Second Class UK honours degree or an equivalent overseas qualification in an appropriate science or technology area; a Lower Second is considered with a Master's or significant relevant experience. Quantitative experience is needed. Applicants who already hold or are about to obtain a PhD are not eligible. Home and international applicants may apply, with up to 30% of UKRI studentships available to international students. Non-native English speakers must meet the host programme's English requirements by 1 June. A maximum of 2 applications per hosting institution within each studentship pool. The PhD is in person in the UK.
Stage dates
Application deadline, midday GMT; supervisors then nominate a first choice and a reserve per project.2 December 2026
Online DTP interview days are expected between 1 and 12 February 2027.1 February 2027
Programme starts in late September or early October 2027 depending on the host institution.See the official page
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