Cardiff University PhD Studentship in Defining Epigenetic Mechanisms Controlling Human Placental Endocrine Lineage Development, UK

  •  PhD
  •  31-Jul-2025
  •   United Kingdom
  • $$  UK tuition fees and a maintenance stipend (£19,237 in 2024-25)

Cardiff University is seeking enthusiastic and high-potential applicants to participate in the PhD Studentship in Defining Epigenetic Mechanisms Controlling Human Placental Endocrine Lineage Development in UK.

Applicants must have a First or Upper Second class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Relevant research experience is desirable. The studentship is open to UK, EU, and international students who meet UK residency requirements. International students may need to cover the fee difference between UK and international rates.

Cardiff University is a prestigious research-intensive university located in the capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. Established in 1883, it is a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities and is known for its high-quality teaching, world-class research, and strong industry links. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and globally. Cardiff provides a vibrant, student-friendly environment with excellent academic and career support services.

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Cardiff University PhD Studentship in Defining Epigenetic Mechanisms Controlling Human Placental Endocrine Lineage Development, UK Established in 1997, Cardiff University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Cardiff (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Cardiff University (CU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Cardiff University (CU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: UK, EU, and International students who meet UK residency requirements

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in Biosciences

  • Admissible Criteria:

    • A First or Upper Second class BSc Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

    • Relevant research experience will be highly regarded

    • Applicants must be eligible for Home fees or self-fund the difference between Home and International tuition if applicable

    • Must have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years before course start (for full award eligibility).

Offered Benefits

  • Full tuition fee coverage at UK/Home level

  • Annual maintenance stipend (£19,237 for 2024-25)

  • Access to Cardiff University’s Doctoral Academy training and support

  • Participation in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research environment

Application Process

  • Apply online through the Cardiff University application portal:
    https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research/programmes/programme/biosciences-phd-mphil-md

  • In the funding section, specify that you wish to be considered for Stem Cell Scholarship funding

  • Clearly state the project title and supervising professors (Prof R M John, Prof N Allen, Dr Tomasz Jurkowski)

  • Interviews will be conducted on or around 18 August 2025, with decisions made by 25 August 2025

  • Studentship begins in October 2025

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