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Cambridge Biosciences DTP PhD Programme

                    

 

The Cambridge Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) is funded by the Doctoral Landscape Awards under UKRI. The programme is a partnership between four internationally leading research organisations — the University of Cambridge, the Babraham Institute, the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB), and the Wellcome Sanger Institute (WSI)— and UK Research and Innovation: Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (UKRI BBSRC). Together, we are dedicated to developing the next generation of bioscience leaders.

Expanding Partnerships and Research Opportunities

Our recent partnerships with the European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI) and Kew Gardens introduce exciting co-supervision opportunities for interdisciplinary projects.

Training Future Innovators

As global challenges demand skilled bioscientists, the Cambridge DTP provides a vibrant, inclusive environment for students to pursue cutting-edge research and prepare for impactful careers across academia, industry, government, and the non-profit sector.

Strategic Location and Industry Connections

Situated in Europe’s largest bioscience hub, our programme offers valuable industry connections through partnerships with Agri-TechE and One Nucleus, enabling students to gain experience and build networks. The DTP also serves as an entry point for external collaborations, driving impactful industry-academia partnerships.







Available Studentships

Applications for the 2025 intake are closed

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Latest news

Celebrating Student Research at the Cambridge Biosciences DTP Symposium 2025

25 July 2025

On Tuesday 22 July, the Cambridge Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) held its Annual Student Symposium at Robinson College. The event celebrated the great research students are doing and helped bring people in the Cambridge Biosciences community closer together.

PIPS Symposium 2025: Connecting Students with Future Opportunities

1 April 2025

Our annual PIPS Symposium took place on Friday, 28 March, at the Babraham Campus, bringing together students and host organisations for a half-day of networking, insights, and career development opportunities. The event is designed to support current students who have yet to complete their PIPS by connecting them with potential host organisations across various sectors.

Cambridge Researchers Identify Genes Linked to Obesity in Both Dogs and Humans

17 March 2025

Dr. Natalie Wallis and Dr. Alyce McClellan, both alumnae of the Cambridge Biosciences DTP programme (2019 cohort), are joint first authors on a groundbreaking study published in Science.