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Is it a good idea to apply for a lower ranked (<50 in UK) university in biosciences even if the PhD is funded? Or is it just a waist of time and better to follow other possibilities?

Thanks in advance!

Perhaps more important than the overall ranking of the university is the quality of the department where you would be studying. Sometimes there can be excellent departments for some subjects even though the overall university is fairly average. Also how well known is the potential supervisor in your field? This is also important to consider.

If you're looking for employment, post PhD, I believe it will be more difficult. With so few jobs, the university can make a big difference.