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Master of Life Sciences

University of Sussex International Study Centre

Brighton, United Kingdom
0.75 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Foundation year leading to RGU Life Sciences degrees such as Biomedical Science and Forensic and Analytical Science.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: no
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply scientific concepts and methods. Design or evaluate investigations. Analyze quantitative and qualitative evidence. Use laboratory or computational tools appropriately. Communicate scientific findings clearly and ethically.

Career outcomes

Research Scientist
Laboratory Analyst
Research Assistant
Quality Specialist
Scientific Officer

Curriculum

Two semesters at ICRGU. Modules: Biology (animal and plant biology)
Mathematics for life sciences
Chemistry (basic
Organic
Physical
Analytical)
Practical Skills (computing and safe laboratory practice) and Interactive Learning Skills and Communication. Leads to Year 1 of the chosen RGU BSc (Hons).

Entry requirements

Academic

Recognised first degree per the country table (e.g. India 50%
China 60%)
Age 20+
Non-UK/non-EU applicants only
IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (1 semester) or 5.5 (2 semesters).

Accepted academic background

Recognised first degree (country-specific table, E.g. India 50%, China 60%, Pakistan 50%), Age 20+, Non-UK/non-EU only, Maths required for MSc International Finance, Management Finance and Corporate and Financial Risk Management

Language tests

IELTS 5.5 (min 5.5 all bands)
PTE Academic
TOEFL iBT
Cambridge

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Qualifications
Passport Copy

How to apply

Review the pathway entry requirements and intake dates. Complete the application through the international study centre admissions portal or an authorized agent. Submit academic transcripts
Passport information
applicable English-language results. Provide any other documents requested for the selected pathway. Accept the offer and pay the required deposit if applicable. Complete the student visa process and enrollment.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£20,750 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	University of Sussex campus, Falmer, Brighton
Faculty or school	Pre-Masters Programme
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	The International Study Centre offers partial tuition-fee scholarships to eligible pathway students, depending on region and availability. Applicants generally need an offer, and awards are not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.75 years.