Biology courses

University of Southampton

Biology And Marine Biology (msci) in University of Southampton

  • Duration : 4 Years
  • Intake : Sep
  • Level : Undergraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 23,720 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 0
  • PTE : 0
  • University Course Details URL : Visit Website


About Biology And Marine Biology (msci) in University of Southampton

With our MSci degree in biology and marine biology, you’ll develop knowledge about the living world from the molecular level to entire ecosystems across both terrestrial and marine biology. You'll learn through through lectures, laboratory work, and by doing fieldwork in the UK and abroad. You’ll be well equipped for careers involving research, conservation, inshore fisheries and habitat management.

Our master's degree in biology and marine biology will give you knowledge and understanding of living organisms at several levels - from the molecular, through cells and whole organisms, to ecosystems. It will also give you an understanding of biology from an evolutionary perspective.

Through the world-leading research institution, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), you'll become part of one of the largest marine science communities in Europe. Our research feeds directly into what you'll learn on our biology and marine biology master's degree programmes. Our research vessels are only a 10 minute walk from the lecture theatres and boat-based fieldwork is an important part of the programme.

In this MSci Biology and Marine Biology course, you can:

  • take part in a full fieldwork programme including residential trips in the UK and abroad, including Thailand.

  • combine scientific work in the laboratory with practical skills classes on shore and on the water

  • complete an independent research project working alongside research active staff – this will set you up for career in further research or a specialised master's

  • choose from a selection of modules depending on your area of interest - for example, you can study the business biosciences, which looks at the process of drug discovery, clinical trials, marketing and the sale of drug products

  • learn highly sought-after transferable skills, including team working, written and oral communication, time management, planning, data collection, analysis and presentation

Entry requirements

Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level

English language requirements

The University of Southampton accepts the following UKVI secure English Language Tests:

  • IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System)
  • PTE Academic UKVI
  • LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
  • PSI Services (UK) Ltd; Skills for English UKVI (4 component)
  • Trinity College London ISE (Integrated Skills in English)

Indian Standard XII in English Language (CBSE and ISC Boards)

Grade: 70% or above

IELTS score requirements:  overall score 6.5

University of Southampton Highlights

University Type Research
Tuition fees for Undergraduate Programs 18,520- 24,950 GBP
Tuition fees for Postgraduate Programs 16,150 - 26,850
Year of Establishment 1862
Exams accepted TOEFL,IELTS, PTE,
No. of Campus 7
Types of course offered Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Foundation Year and Pre-sessional English language courses
Official website https://www.southampton.ac.uk

University of Southampton Cost of Attendance

For international candidates aspiring to study in the UK, it is mandatory to have an estimate of the cost of living at the university on-campus/ off-campus. The list of basic expenses to be considered for applying for admission at the institute is as detailed below.

Particulars Estimated Costs (in GBP)
Tuition Fees for Undergraduate Programs 18,520- 24,950
Tuition Fees for PG Taught Courses 16,150 - 26,850
Tuition Fees for PG Research 17,592 - 24,400
Accommodation 540
Mobile phone and internet 27
Transport (train and taxi) 80
Food shopping 74
Takeaways and snacks & Beverage 33
Interests and hobbies 46
Clothing 42
Personal care 12
Holidays and flights 90
Bank charges and fees 30
Other expenses 21
Average monthly expenses 1010

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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 23,720

Total

£ 23,720