Cell Biology

Our research in cell biology delves into the intricate mechanisms that regulate cellular functions. By exploring how cells communicate and respond to internal and external cues, we aim to uncover key insights into processes such as growth and development, ultimately advancing our understanding of dynamic cellular behaviour in both health and disease. TheInstitute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology (ISMIB)was established to integrate cutting-edge and clinical research across theFaculty of Health and Life Sciences. Programmes of work across ISMIB are varied and are led by world experts in their fields. We’re a leading international centre for research into the fundamental principles of human cellular physiology, with expertise in all aspects of modern cell biology. Our experimental approaches involve biochemical, behavioural, electrophysiological, molecular, structural and state-of-the-art imaging. This imaging, which includes multiphoton confocal, spinning disk, light sheet and 3D electron microscopy work-stations, is applied to mammalian cell systems and to model organisms. This includes organisms such as Caenorhabdities elegans, Drosophila melanogaster, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Dictyostelium. Our exciting and dynamic research environment benefits from ever-increasing collaboration with academic clinicians looking for cell-based and cell targeted therapies. Research may cover any aspect of life sciences and biomedicine, including:

IELTS: 6.5 overall, 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 overall, with no component below 59 Your most recent IELTS score: Pre-sessional English course length 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5: 6 weeks 5.5 overall, with no more than one component at 5.0: 10 weeks 5.5 overall, with no component below 5.0: 12 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 5.0: 20 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 4.5: 30 weeks 4.5 overall, with no more than one component at 4.0: 40 weeks

IELTS 6.5 overall, 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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