Pancreatology

Undertake research that offers the opportunity to make significant impact in the field of pancreatic disease with our Pancreatology research degree. You’ll explore the application of molecular and/or computational approaches to the study of disease mechanisms and treatment strategies that impact upon medicine and ultimately patient outcomes. TheInstitute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology (ISMIB)was established to integrate cutting-edge basicresearchwith clinical research from across theFaculty of Health and Life Sciences. Programmes of work across ISMIB are varied and are led by world experts in their field. Pancreatology is one of Liverpool’s recognised strengths with scientific expertise in Pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis and strong clinical and science leadership. Our Department ofMolecular and Clinical Cancer Medicineis the centre for large European pancreas studies aimed at examining the benefits of chemotherapy and chemoradiotherapy in the treatment of patients with pancreatic cancer. We also lead programmes of research aimed at identifying people who are at high risk of developing or being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Research topics where the focus of your PhD could align with the research interests and expertise of our academic staff include:

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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• Liverpool, United Kingdom