About the course

Study for a higher degree by research in our well-respected Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. Become trained in research methods and complete a high level research project. Study for a higher degree by research in our well-respected Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. Undertake research in disease mechanisms, bioanalytical chemistry (incorporating the Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging), molecular microbiology, or chemistry and biomaterials. A higher degree by research involves training in research methods and a laboratory based high level scientific investigation. The nature of the work and the time it takes to finish the research means a research degree is demanding and needs great commitment. 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
Semester 2 (January), 2024	Sheffield
October, 2024	Sheffield
February, 2025	Sheffield
May, 2025	Sheffield
February, 2026	Sheffield
May, 2026	Sheffield

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Sheffield Hallam University

All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).

　　All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

　　You are encouraged to find out more about our staff and their current research to inform the development of your research proposal and to ensure it aligns with our research themes. Before submitting your proposal, please contact the member(s) of staff listed against the relevant research theme.

　　Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees for the faculty, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.

　　Where English is not your first language, you must show evidence of English language ability to the following minimum level of proficiency: an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or above, with at least 6.0 in all components or an accepted equivalent.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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World ranking

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　　THE World ranking63rd / 130

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