PhD in Pharmacology PhD/MPhil/MD

For PhD in Pharmacology PhD/MPhil/MD, tuition is £32,200 full-time / £16,100 part-time per year (International).

Overview

Immerse yourself in research which offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of medicines and their clinical use with our Pharmacology research degree. You’ll examine molecular, cellular, whole organ and patient samples, explore computational approaches to the study of drug-induced pharmacological mechanisms, and identify treatment strategies that ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Introduction

The Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology (ISMIB) was established to integrate cutting-edge and clinical research across the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Programmes of work across ISMIB are varied and are led by world experts in their fields.

Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics

The Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics is a Queen’s award-winning department, internationally recognised for excellence in innovative research. We provide excellent opportunities for basic and clinical research including antimicrobial therapies, immunopharmacology, cancer pharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and more.

Research culture

Cutting-edge and clinical research occurs across various groups including the Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics and the Centre for Drug Safety Science. You will engage in examinations involving drug safety science, personalised medicine, and the pharmacology of infectious disease.

The University of Liverpool, founded in 1882 and located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, is a research-intensive institution with a global student body of around 32,000, including approximately 17,700 international students. The university offers a wide range of programs—over 200—across sciences, engineering, humanities, health and business, combining rigorous academics with practical industry links. Its historic campus and city connections provide a lively cultural setting and strong transport links across the UK and beyond.

Research and employability are central to the Liverpool experience, with interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities embedded in many degrees. Students benefit from modern facilities, dedicated career services and a supportive academic community that helps translate theory into professional practice. The university's global networks also create exchange and collaboration pathways for study abroad and joint research.

International students receive comprehensive support from pre-arrival guidance to on-campus services, including English language support, visa advice and student societies that foster social integration. Liverpool’s affordable living costs relative to other UK cities, combined with its cultural life and sporting traditions, make it attractive to students seeking a balanced academic and social experience. The University of Liverpool is well-suited to ambitious students aiming for impactful research, strong career outcomes and a cosmopolitan student life.