Applied and Molecular Microbiology

Undertake research that has real-world benefits with our Applied and Molecular Microbiology PhD/MPhil/MD. You’ll explore the application of molecular approaches to the study of microbes (bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites) that impact upon medicine, agriculture, veterinary practice or other industry. TheInstitute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences (IVES)was established to integrate the cutting-edge research of medical, veterinary and basic science researchers from across theFaculty of Health and Life Sciences. Research in the fieldaims to use microbes to enhance our ability to control pathogens, pests, and toprotect our food security.Ultimately,thisworkhas a real-world impact, improvingthe health and lifestyles of humans and animals. Our researchencompasses the characterisation, design and/or use of microbes and microbial products that impact upon medicine, agriculture, veterinary or other industrial practice. This includes the manipulation of the microbiota, the use of microbes to control the growth of specific pathogens or the use of microbial symbionts to control insect or other pests. Our Applied and Molecular Microbiology PhD/MPhil covers a broad range of potential topics for investigation. We welcome research proposals in topics including:

IELTS: IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL iBT: If you took a TOEFL test on or before 20 January 2026, you’ll need 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19. If you took a TOEFL test from 21 January 2026 onwards, when a new scoring system was introduced, you’ll need 4.5 overall, with 4 or above in all components. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted. Pearson PTE Academic: 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

IELTS IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5

International students: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

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• Liverpool, United Kingdom