Biological Sciences (Physiology with Pharmacology) MBiolSci at University of Leicester

Programme overview

Effective drug treatment requires an understanding of the normal function of systems in living organisms. This integrated masters studies physiology and pharmacology and adds a fourth year of masters level study.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences | Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years full-time | Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In the first year you take classes with students from different subjects within Biological Sciences. Core modules include The Molecules of Life, The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology, From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates follow further training for research careers in biology, often through our MSc or PhD programmes at Leicester.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: BBB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted. EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ grade B. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. UCAS code(s): B1B3.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; fees for later years may rise. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,000 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://le.ac.uk/courses/biological-sciences-physiology-with-pharmacology-mbiolsci

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