MSc Infection Biology / Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second) or overseas equivalent in:

• biological science
• biomedical science

Students with different academic backgrounds and relevant career experience (for example working in the biotech or pharmaceutical industries) will be considered, keeping in mind the academic potential of the individual. These students will be accepted onto the course on a discretionary basis after application.

We also encourage applications from intercalating medical students who have demonstrated an interest and aptitude in biomedical sciences. This will be assessed both by interview and the production of a personal statement. Minimal requirement for admission will be satisfactory achievement in years 1-3 of the undergraduate medical programme.

International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system.

We ask for English language proof if you are from non-majority English-speaking countries (a list of majority English-speaking countries, as defined by the UK Home Office, can be found on the GOV.UK website ).

Specifically, we require a minimum of:

• IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component.
• TOEFL Internet-based: 4.5 overall with 4.5 in each component (1-6 scale) or 90 overall with 22 in each component (1-120 scale).

See further information about requirements for your country.

We may also accept evidence of a confirmed place on a University Pre-sessional English language course, if your current IELTS scores are:

• Minimum 6.0 overall (with 6.0 in each component) plus enrolment and attendance on the 6-week pre-sessional course (PS6).
• Minimum 6.0 overall (with 5.5 in each component) plus enrolment and attendance on the 10-week pre-sessional course (PS10).

Please note, we must approve this before you apply for the pre-sessional English course.

Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. For more details, see entry requirements from your country.

Relevant work experience in your chosen pathway is not compulsory, but may strengthen your application.