BBSRC South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (SWBio)

About the project

Up to 34 fully-funded 4-year PhD studentships available as part of the BBSRC-funded South West Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (SWBio DTP)

Applications for fully-funded 4 year PhD studentships starting in September/October 2027 are now open.

• Applications for fully-funded 4 year PhD studentships starting in September/October 2027 are now open.: The deadline for applications is: Midday (GMT), Wednesday 2 December 2026.

Further information

• 8 ​You will be trained in skills important for becoming a successful researcher, as part of a multi-institutional supportive student cohort. About the PhD training programme
• 8 Please contact the listed supervisor for further information about the project you are interested in. Available projects
• 8 You will need to apply to the listed host institution of the project unless otherwise indicated. How to apply
• 8 Academic and residence criteria – includes information about what funding is included in the studentship. Eligibility requirements
• 8 You will need to be available to attend a DTP interview day. The selection process
• 8 We support inclusive and flexible work environments, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. Supporting our student cohort
• 8 Upcoming events in November to help support you with applications and interviews. PhD support events
• SWBio DTP
• Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
• University of Bath
• University of Bristol
• Cardiff University
• University of Exeter
• Rothamsted Research
• Marine Biological Association
• University of Plymouth
• SETsquared Bristol
• Swansea University
• UCB
• University of the West of England

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