Overview

At University of East Anglia and across the Norwich Research Park (NRP), in the Evolution and Genomics programme you'll benefit from our strong academic expertise in evolutionary biology and genomics. You'll receive comprehensive training in modern evolutionary studies, including genomics and phenomics, covering experimental design, bioinformatics, and spanning field and laboratory systems.

Topics covered by research in the different labs include the following examples:

Evolutionary biology of ageing
Sexual selection and sexual conflict
Evolutionary genetics and genomics
Conservation genetics/genomics
Microbiology and microbiomics
Plant genetics/genomics and crop breeding
Population genetic/genomics
Evolutionary ecology
Biodiversity research

On this course, you’ll join our vibrant cohort of students, embedded within a dynamic research community. A major component of your studies will be performing an independent research project with a research leader of your choice.

Upon completion, you'll be exceptionally qualified as a PhD candidate for national and international research in this field. You'll also gain a diverse range of transferable skills that will enhance your employability in industry, government, and NGOs. These skills will include project management, data analysis, and bioinformatics, invaluable qualities that are applicable to a diverse array of areas from human health to conservation biology.

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PhD (DTP)
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Programme Structure

Topics covered include:

Evolutionary biology of ageing
Sexual selection and sexual conflict
Evolutionary genetics and genomics
Conservation genetics/genomics
Microbiology and microbiomics
Plant genetics/genomics and crop breeding
Population genetic/genomics
Biodiversity research

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norwich, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Genetics View 85 other Masters in Genetics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Degree classification UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject Life or Physical Sciences
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

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Tuition Fees

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26900 GBP / year

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13750 GBP / year

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Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 GBP / month

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Funding

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