University of Plymouth PhD Studentship in Medical Studies 2026

Applications are currently open for this fully funded PhD studentship. This PhD targets guanylate-binding proteins to overcome therapy resistance and immunosuppression in glioblastoma. The studentship will start on 1 January 2026.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 31, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Plymouth
• City to studyPlymouth
• School to studyUniversity of Plymouth
• Course to studyMedical Science
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

The studentship is supported for 3 years and includes full home tuition fees plus a stipend of £19,215 per annum 2025/26 rate. The studentship will only fully fund those applicants who are eligible for home fees with relevant qualifications. Applicants normally required to cover international fees will have to cover the difference between the home and the international tuition fee rates.

Requirements

Applicants should have a first or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, such as cell biology, biomedical sciences, immunology, molecular biology, or a related field. A master degree (MSc or MRes) in a relevant subject is desirable but not essential.

Essential criteria:

• background in cell biology, immunology, or molecular biology
• experience with laboratory-based research (e.g., cell culturing, molecular techniques, bioinformatics, flow cytometry)
• ability to work independently and as part of a research team
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• excellent written and verbal communication skills.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum English requirements for the programme, IELTS Academic score of 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component test area) or equivalent.

Application Documents

• CV / résumé.
• Personal statement (outlining your academic interests, prior research experience and reasons for wishing to undertake the project).
• Degree certificates and transcripts (please provide interim transcript if you are still studying).
• Contact information for two referees familiar with your academic work.
• If relevant, proof of English language competency (applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language with an IELTS Academic of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent).

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

To apply please use the online application form. Simply select the online application link below for PhD Medical Studies

Online application

Within the research section of the application form, in the following field, please add:

‘Proposed project title/studentship title’ add 26-01 PMS-S4-P1 Ming Li

When the application asks for a research proposal, please just upload a blank document. A research proposal is not needed for this programme as you are applying directly to a studentship project.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• CV / résumé.
• Personal statement (outlining your academic interests, prior research experience and reasons for wishing to undertake the project).
• Degree certificates and transcripts (please provide interim transcript if you are still studying).
• Contact information for two referees familiar with your academic work.
• If relevant, proof of English language competency (applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language with an IELTS Academic of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent).

Please see the apply for a postgraduate research programme page for a list of supporting documents to upload with your application.

For more information on the admissions process generally, please visit our apply for a postgraduate research programme page or contact the Doctoral College. Applications will not be considered if information is missing.

For more details, visit University of Plymouth Scholarship webpage