4.4 (124) Read 107 reviews
Featured byUniversity of Sheffield
Overview
Our Biological Sciences MSc degree at University of Sheffield trains you for a career in research or management around the world. Throughout your course, you'll learn about fundamental concepts and key skills required within the discipline before applying what you've learnt in your literature review and Independent Research Project.
Options
You can choose to explore the breadth of organismal biological sciences or specialise in an area that most interests you within three pathways:
- Evolutionary biology: This is a rapidly moving field, thanks to revolutionary advances in sequencing technologies.
- Plant and crop science: Training is led by the experts behind the Institute for Sustainable Food.
- Biodiversity and conservation: Students will develop fundamental knowledge about today’s major conservation issues and the human and environmental drivers including marine plastics, urbanisation, tropical logging and the balance between sustainable food production and biodiversity.
Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:- Evolutionary Principles
- Molecular Evolution and Genomics
- Issues in Evolutionary Biology
- Biodiversity in Space and Time
- Future Crop Systems
- Agricultural Ecology in a Changing World
- Issues in Global Food Security
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Microbiology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 161 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in biological sciences or a related subject.
- Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
28500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28500 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
13000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13000 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Sheffield
555 - 977 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Double-check all fees
Visit official programme website
Check for any work restrictions
Visit official programme website Improve page content