Course summary
Our PhD/MPhil Reproductive Sciences programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Reproductive Sciences. This area hosts a clinical and academic research programme with the overarching aim of improving the safety and efficacy of assisted conception (IVF) treatment. Our specific aims are to: 1. understand the biochemistry and molecular biology of early human embryo development and in particular, the impact of the in vitro environment and IVF technologies; 2. use IVF technologies as a model intervention (the only ethically acceptable one) in early human development to understand early programming of child and adult health; 3. Understand the formation and composition of the periconceptual environment (in vitro and in vivo) and how this programmes early development; 4. Use cellular models including embryonic and trophoblast stem cells derived from human embryos for use as a model system for the study of early human development;
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
Fees for entry in 2023 have not yet been set.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL