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Self-funded research projects

Self-funded research projects are available for MSc by Research (1-year research programme) and PhD(3-year research programme). Applicants need to have adequate funds to meet the costs of a self-funded research project including tuition fees and living expenses for the duration of the research programme. Please see tuition fee costs for the 2016/17 entry and 2017/18 entry. Please see estimated costs for living expenses. 

How to apply  

Academic staff considering self-funded research students

York Biology offers a wide range of self-funded research projects across the whole spectrum of modern biology, from molecular genetics and biochemistry to ecology and evolution. Please try to identify a research area of your interest and contact the appropriate academic member of staff.  This is to ensure a proper match between your research interests and your prospective supervisors.