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Master of Science in Biological Sciences (with Foundation and Sandwich Year)

University of the West of England - Bristol - Frenchay Campus

UK,England

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72 Months

Duration

CAD 13,500/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1992

Total Students: 36,700 +

Int. Students: 6,700 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Ln, Bristol BS16 1QY, United Kingdom

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Master of Science in Biological Sciences (with Foundation and Sandwich Year)

Program Overview

Explore human biology, ecology and molecular biology and tailor your degree to your own areas of interest.

Why study biological sciences?

Exploring the diversity and complexity of living organisms and living systems helps us to understand life in all its forms.
With scientific knowledge and research skills in biological sciences, you can make an important contribution to the welfare of people and the environment.
Biological scientists build strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, which employers value highly.

Why UWE Bristol?

MSci Biological Sciences is about the application of biological science to the real world.
This Masters-level degree is an ideal platform if you're looking to pursue a research career, develop your communication and presentation skills, or simply delve deeper into the biological sciences.
With a hands-on, practical approach to learning, you'll have lots of opportunities to build your skills in real-world situations.
Study in our microbiology or genetics labs. Go on an expedition to Madagascar or a Cuban island. Learn about primate ecology at Bristol Zoo.
Learn modern methods and technology, and explore life from the molecular level to the scale of ecosystems.
With many opportunities to build essential practical experience, the course offers the chance to undertake placements, internships, fieldwork and residential trips in the UK and abroad.
If you choose the sandwich course option, you can spend your third year on placement with a major employer in the pharmaceutical, healthcare or research sector in this country, Europe or further afield.
Building on the strengths of our BSc Biological Sciences, the fourth year of the course focuses on research and the research process. You'll apply your academic knowledge to contemporary issues, delve into the areas that most interest you, and expand your career horizons.

Where can it take me?

After qualifying, you can go into graduate-level jobs in a diverse range of organisations.
You could pursue careers in biological sciences, working in research and development in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and agrochemical sectors.
You could also work in sales, marketing or education, study for a postgraduate qualification or pursue a research career.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Integrated Course

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

72 Months

Program Co-op Duration

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 13,500 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of the West of England - Bristol - Frenchay Campus

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5 Minimum Listening - 5.5 Minimum Reading - 5.5 Minimum Writing - 5.5 Minimum Speaking - 5.5

Minimum Level of Education Required : To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
If you exceed the entry requirements you may be eligible for MSci Biological Sciences.

Note If you are an international student your recommended route of study for this degree is through our International College, which upon successful completion to the required level and with good attendance, guarantees entry to Year one of the degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Careers / Further study

You'll graduate with the insight, tools and practical experience to make a valuable contribution to the health of the community and the wellbeing of the environment.
Most graduates follow careers in biological sciences, particularly research and development work in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, education and agrochemical sectors.
As well as preparing you for a laboratory-based job, the course will give you the transferable skills employers value in a wide variety of roles, from sales and marketing to consultancy and conservation.
Many graduates choose to continue their studies with MPhil/PhD research degrees.

Get inspired

Our award-winning careers service will develop your employment potential through career coaching and find you graduate jobs, placements and global opportunities.
We can also help find local volunteering and community opportunities, provide support for entrepreneurial activity and get you access to employer events.
Visit our employability pages to learn more about careers, employers and what our students are doing six months after graduating.

Scholarships

We are happy to announce the following scholarships for the students:

UG Year 1: £2000
PG and Advanced Entry: £1500

Conditions: Payment must be received between 23rd July and 2nd August and must be reflected in the university accounts. Additionally, students must formally request the scholarship via email to [email protected] no later than 2nd August. Requests received after this date will not be considered.

The email request must include the student's ID, payment receipt information, email address, and contact number.

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.