About the course

Biological Sciences at Southampton offers the latest learning and biological research facilities. 100% of our research has been rated world-leading or internationally excellent for its impact on society (REF, 2014). Our research follows themes that focus on the causes and resolutions of some of the most substantial challenges facing humanity and the natural world today. You'll work with us on the latest scientific developments. In our graduate school, you will also gain the broader personal and professional skills essential both for your PhD research and for your lifelong career choices. We have a strong record of supporting postgraduate research students in this exciting and rapidly developing subject area. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Southampton
Open intake available throughout 2024	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2025	Southampton
Open intake available throughout 2025	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2026	Southampton
Open intake available throughout 2026	Southampton
Open intake available throughout 2027	Southampton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Southampton

A UK bachelor?s degree with upper second-class honours or higher in biological sciences or ly related discipline

　　There is a minimum requirement for all students, whether funded by Research Council studentships or from other sources including self-funding. In all cases, prospective students should have either:

　　a minimum of an upper second class honours (2:1) degree, or

　　an equivalent set of qualifications, for example a lower second class (2:2) honours degree, plus an MSc.

　　IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components

　　TOEFL iB (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - 92

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Southampton. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking17th / 130

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