The University of Dundee is one of the leading universities in Europe for research in Life Sciences. In the most recent UK-wide assessment of research quality in UK higher education institutions – REF2014 –Dundee was ranked the top University in Biological Sciences. More recent rankings widely recognized as indicators of scientific excellence place Dundee high in their rankings. The CWTS Leiden Ranking 2019 for Biomedical and Health Sciences Impact places Dundee is 1st in the UK and Europe, 5th in the World as judged by ‘citations-per-paper’, one of the most widely recognized metrics of scientific excellence. This year’s ‘The State of Innovation’ report by Clarivate Analytics ranks Dundee as the most influential scientific research institution in the world for pharmaceuticals for the period 2006-16. The School enjoys a reputation as one of the most dynamic international centres for molecular cell biology, with outstanding laboratory and technology facilities.
Resources and opportunities for current undergraduate students at the School of Life Sciences are listed below. Additional services can be accessed by clicking here.
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PhD student fees and funding explained.
Important information for current students about the SLS PhD programme, timetables and SLS PhD programme committee members.
The School of Life Sciences openly welcomes International students to complete postgraduate studies at the University of Dundee. The School of Life Sciences has a number of different programmes open to International students which are structured to maximise effective guidance and mentoring, in addition to providing a basis for optimally matching students' interests with cutting edge research. Full financial support is available under some programmes. We also offer a range of scholarships for outstanding applicants comprising full or partial waiving of tuition fees.
For further information, pleast contact:
Gail Guild/Nikki Wilson or Lesley Coats
Postgraduate Administrator/Postgraduate Secretary
School of Life Sciences
University of Dundee
Dow Street
Dundee DD1 5EH
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The School of Research main entrance is via the Reception of the new Discovery Centre for Translational and Interdisciplinary Research.
On arrival at the School visitors should report to Reception, where a visitor badge and parking permit will be issued, if required. Car parking on campus is by permit only and these are issued by the Reception. Permits can be issued on the day or requested in advance of the visit, by contacting Reception (tel: 01382 385828) to arrange posting.
