MPhil Biological Sciences at Swansea University

Programme overview

Individual biological sciences research project over two years (MPhil) or three years (PhD) at Swansea University's Singleton Park Campus, supported by internationally renowned researchers and one of the established research groups.

Faculty: School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics | Department: Biosciences | Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time | Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research shaped by seminars, workshops, laboratory activity and fieldwork. Current research initiatives include SEACAMS (commercial marine sector in Wales), the Algal Biotechnology for Wales Knowledge Transfer Centre, EnAlgae, Ecojel and LRCI Marine.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MPhil: Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level in Biosciences or a related subject (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0, or a Swansea-recognised equivalent. Non-UK applicants require ATAS clearance. One reference is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,300 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition, Year 1 fee; fees in later years increase by 3%. Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July

Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time

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