About the course

The School of Life Sciences occupies modern laboratories in the heart of London with excellent facilities supporting cutting edge research in a number of disciplines including: molecular and cellular biology, fermentation and biotechnology, and human health and performance.

　　Notable examples of internationally recognized research within the School include, but are not limited to, research on biopolymers and nanotechnology, obesity, cancer, inflammation, human exercise performance and ageing, nutrition and global public health, social prescribing and resilience.

　　MSc and PhD students on postgraduate research degree programs, post-doctoral research assistants, technical services staff and academic members of staff support the research efforts of the School. Research is funded by grants from national and international funding bodies and also by industrial partnerships.

　　The School of Life Sciences offers the following research degrees: full time and part time PhD, distance learning PhD and PhD by published work. 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: 2 Year(s)Fees: GB£14,110

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	London
Semester 1 (September), 2024	London
Semester 2 (January), 2025	London

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Westminster

Applicants should normally have a minimum classification of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent and preferably a Masters degree (or Masters degree pending). All applicants must meet the university's English Language requirements.

　　IELTS-6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each component

　　TOEFL-92 overall with a minimum of 20 in Listening and Writing, 21 in Reading and 23 in Speaking

　　

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 Westminster. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　801st / 1250

　　THE World ranking112th / 130

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