Advanced Biological Sciences

    Master of Advanced Biological Sciences at The University of Exeter

    Master of Advanced Biological Sciences at The University of Exeter

    The Advanced Biological Sciences at The University of Exeter is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus across its Streatham Campus, Streatham , and Exeter campuses in United Kingdom, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 22,588 / year(s), with the next intake on September 1, 2026.

    About Master of Advanced Biological Sciences

  • Research-driven programme offering two research projects over 2 years
  • The advanced laboratory skills module provides specialised training and advanced data processing
  • You will undertake two substantial research projects working within two of our world-leading research groups
  • Prepares graduates with the key skills for a career in research
  • Disciplines

    Biosciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Advanced Biological Sciences at The University of Exeter

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Minimum 2:2 Honours degree with 55% and above or equivalent in a relevant science subject.

    Relevant subjects include: Biological Sciences, Cell Biology, Ecology, Ecology and Conservation, Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Plant Science, Zoology.

    A 2:2 degree below 55% in a related discipline will also be considered.

    Entry requirements for international students

    English language requirements

    International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 67
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    Test Name: IELTS Academic, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake and IELTS Indicator (IELTS – Academic version)
    Required Score: 6.0 overall and no less than 6.0 in any section

    Test Name: TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, TOEFL iBT Paper Edition and TOEFL MyBest scores
    Required Score: Overall score 87 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, listening, reading and speaking.

    Test Name: Pearson Test of English (Academic) PTE
    Required Score: 64 overall with no less than 64 in all communicative skills

    Test Name: LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
    Required Score: B2 Communicator with minimum 33 in writing, speaking, listening & reading

    Test Name: LanguageCert Academic
    Required Score: 65 overall and no less than 65 in any skills score

    Test Name: INTO Pre-sessional English
    Required Score: 60 and no less than 60 in any sub-section

    Test Name: Study Group Academic English
    Required Score: Minimum of 60% overall, no less than 60% in any section

    Test Name: Skills for English: SELT
    Required Score: B2 Pass

    Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken up to 30th June 2024
    Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in Literacy, 95 in Conversation, 110 in Comprehension and 90 in Production

    Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken from 1st July 2024
    Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in any Integrated Subscore

    Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Advanced Biological Sciences

    Careers

    Employer-valued skills this course develops

    This programme will provide you with a diversity of skills that will equip you for a range of sectors of work but it will particularly prepare you for PhD study or a career in research.

    Skills include:

    • Analytical skills
    • Applied statistics
    • Scientific writing
    • Independent learning
    • Critical evaluation
    • Research techniques
    • Oral communication

    Careers services

    Our careers teams at the Career Zone can help guide you through a wealth of information to match your skills and interests to a career that will suit you. Our staff work with regional, national and international employers to develop new work placement, project and graduate opportunities.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,588 / year(s)
    Master of Advanced Biological Sciences at The University of Exeter
    The University of Exeter
    The University of Exeter
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Exeter

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