The LMB is one of the birthplaces of modern molecular biology and it continues to be a prolific source of new ideas, discoveries and inventions. As a leading international research centre, the LMB attracts some of the world’s best scientists. To date, the LMB’s scientists have earned ten Nobel Prizes, as well as numerous other prestigious scientific awards.
Programme Overview
Every year the LMB International PhD Programme gives 20-30 new graduate students from the UK and all over the world the opportunity to do cutting-edge research. At the LMB, we aim to train the scientific leaders of the future: we seek the best students, give them rewarding research projects and provide a supportive environment with access to world-class facilities and experts.
To join the LMB, graduate students need to register for their PhD with the Graduate School of Life Sciences at the University of Cambridge – leading to a University of Cambridge PhD degree. Graduate students registered with the University of Cambridge become a member of one of the University’s colleges. This relationship, between the LMB and the University of Cambridge, gives our graduate students membership of two of the world’s leading research institutions.
Entrance Requirements
University of Cambridge entrance requirements
The LMB welcomes applications from highly qualified students of all nationalities. Competition for admission to our graduate programme is intense. Like all other departments in the Graduate School of Life Sciences at the University of Cambridge, we require all our graduate entrants to have:
- At least a 2i honours degree or an equivalent standard from an overseas university (e.g. CGPA 3.5/4.0) in a relevant subject.
- Two outstanding academic references, preferably one from senior university staff at your most recent university and one from a senior scientist who has supervised your practical research.
- Fluency in the English language – if English is not your first language we require a recent IELTS test with an overall band score of at least 7.0 with not less than 7.0 in speaking, listening and writing, and 6.5 in reading. All non-UK nationals will be asked to upload a language certificate as a supporting document as part of the application process.
Please see the entrance requirements for the Graduate School of Life Sciences at the University of Cambridge for more detailed information.
Funding for students applying to the University of Cambridge
To carry out a three year PhD with the University of Cambridge, you will need sufficient funds to cover the University fee (your course costs) and your “maintenance” – that is, your accommodation, meals, books, travel, clothes and any other expenses that you incur while you study (see fees and costs).
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All applicants for the LMB PhD programme are asked to apply using the University of Cambridge Application Portal regardless of their source of funding.
During the application process you will automatically be considered for the appropriate LMB funding:
- Full MRC Studentships for UK and eligible EU graduates
- Full Scholarships for other graduates from the EU, the Commonwealth and other overseas countries
- César Milstein Studentship for Argentinian Nationals
You will also be able to indicate in your application whether you:
- Wish to apply for University-wide funding competitions (e.g. Gates, Cambridge Overseas & Commonwealth Trusts, Cambridge Home and EU Scholarships, etc.)
- Wish to apply for a College studentship (from a University of Cambridge college)
- Have an external scholarship or competitively awarded own funding
If you have not already secured your own funding, we recommend that – before making an online application – you explore your eligibility for:
- LMB funding
- University of Cambridge sources of funding
- Studentships from your home country (if you are applying from overseas)
Read More About How you can get a Funding Here
How to Apply
To apply to the LMB PhD programme you will need to complete an application via the University of Cambridge Applicant Portal, which can be found here.
Before completing the University application, please make sure you have followed the steps outlined below.
(NB: When you are using the Applicant Portal, there is a charge of £50 per application. If you cannot apply online, you may apply on paper, but the fee is £100.)
- Step one − entrance requirements
- Step two − LMB PhD project selection
- Step three − sources of funding
- Step four − check deadlines
- Step five – prepare supporting documents
- Step six – prepare your Applicant Portal application
Important Dates:
- General applications (UK, EU and overseas applicants) close – 07th December 2016
- Deadline for receipt of supporting documents and references (for general applications) – 07th December 2016
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