Master of Biology
- Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 4-year doctoral programme in Biology at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Biology can develop the ability to apply core scientific or quantitative methods
- Interpret evidence
- Test hypotheses and present results with appropriate limitations
- And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory Technician
- Research Assistant
- Biotechnology Specialist
Curriculum
- Courses
- A comprehensive examination and a thesis with defence
- The page gives no further detail.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Typical offer per the course page: UCAS Tariff 128 - 120 A Levels ABB-BBB with B in Biology or Human Biology GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh
- Mathematics and a Science subject BTEC National Diploma: BTEC not accepted for this scheme: International Baccalaureate: 32-30 points overall with 6 points in Biology at Higher Level European Baccalaureate: 75% overall with 7 in a relevant science
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 / 6.5 with minimum 5.5 per component
- TOEFL iBT 88 / 93
- PTE Academic 59
- Cambridge C1 Advanced C with 162 per component (undergraduate table
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- Personal Statement
- Academic References
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Apply using the postgraduate admissions portal and upload academic records and the supporting documents for your course. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £23,255 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Penglais Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Department of Life Sciences |
| Department | Department of Life Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,800 GBP tuition reduction for sciences Master study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,800 GBP tuition reduction for sciences Master study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is £23,255 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £14,436 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 / 6.5 with minimum 5.5 per component, TOEFL iBT 88 / 93, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge C1 Advanced C with 162 per component (undergraduate table.
Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,800 GBP tuition reduction for sciences Master study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded.