MSc in Molecular Biosciences (Bioinformatics) with Placement Year

Study at the interface of biological and computational sciences and help address the world's biggest challenges in health, food biosecurity and environmental sustainability. Biosciences research has a huge impact on helping people live longer and healthier lives. With the World Economic Forum identifying healthcare as one of the top 10 Global Challenges for 2030, there is a growing demand for specialists in this field. This course provides you with a broad understanding of the molecular basis of biological systems, with a focus on the increasingly crucial role bioinformatics plays in modern biosciences.

You should have a first or strong second-class bachelor's honours degree or international equivalent.
To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in any biological, computational or mathematical subject.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements.

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components