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Master of Toxicology

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A science degree on the effects of chemicals on health and the environment.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of Toxicology. Apply knowledge involving major on the harmful effects of chemicals on humans. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Government regulatory agencies
Public health
Pharmaceutical and chemical industries
Consulting and contract laboratories
Academic research laboratories
Forensics
Health professions

Curriculum

Major on the harmful effects of chemicals on humans
Animals
Plants and the environment
With a track in cellular
Organismal or environmental toxicology. Students research with equipment in Peckham Hall in small classes
And prepare for industry
Government
Consulting
Academia or professional school.

Entry requirements

Academic

Course page entry requirement: 2:1/2:2 in a relevant discipline. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (honours, 2:1 Or international equivalent) in a relevant subject for most courses, Some courses accept any subject (conversion courses) or need work experience (MBA).

Documents you’ll need

Bachelor Degree Transcript
Bachelor Degree Certificate
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£33,750 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£44,577 GBP

Program details

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Life and Environmental Sciences
Department	Biosciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Jul 2027
231 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.