Our research is organised into nine distinct research themes:<br><br>Biochemistry and Molecular Microbiology<br>Cell and Developmental Biology<br>Disease Ecology and Evolution<br>Ecosystems<br>Environmental Biology<br>Marine Ecology<br>Medical Mycology<br>Microbial Evolutionary Ecology<br>Plant and Algal Biology.<br><br>The information below applies to self-funded PhD, MPhil and Masters by Research applicants, but if you are applying for a funded PhD studentship, please follow the specific instructions related to that application.<br><br>Pinpoint your PhD research area<br>Investigate whether this area is available at Exeter<br>Ensure that you meet our English language entry requirements (international students only)<br>Construct and refine your PhD research proposal<br>Approach your potential supervisor(s)<br>Apply online<br>PhD studentships pages can be accessed in our Funding lists on Finance tabs under each research topic page, and are also available from the Postgraduate Research search results pages on this site, on the PhD projects tab.<br><br>You can expect:<br><br>High-quality research supervision to develop and nurture your scientific potential<br>A tailored supervision approach to help best suit your requirements<br>Accessible supervisors who are enthusiastic about working directly with postgraduate research students<br>Regular timetabled meetings with your supervisor<br>'Open door' policy to all postgraduate students - instant access to world-leading researchers who will share their expertise and ideas with you<br>Regular meetings with your supervisory team, other members of your research group, and mentors