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Immunity, Infection and Chronic Disease MSc at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This MSc covers immunity and its central role in combatting infection and chronic disease, examining the molecular and cellular mechanisms of defence from bacterial, viral and other pathogens and the role of immunity in common chronic diseases.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The taught phase (semester 1) comprises intensive taught laboratory classes alongside a series of lectures.

Career pathways

The course is ideally suited for students aiming to gain further experience in experimental protocols for a career in laboratory science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 degree in a biological science (e.g. Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology or Immunology), or significant related work experience in a field related to infection and immunity, or a medical or veterinary degree including significant elements of molecular biology, microbiology and immunology. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,100 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://le.ac.uk/courses/infection-and-immunity-msc

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