About this course
Birmingham City University offers Masters by Research - MRes (Life Sciences) as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Biological Sciences. Based in Birmingham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £18,970 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 80. Intakes run across 2 windows (Semester 1 (September), 2026 and Semester 2 (January), 2027).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline will be required. Candidates with suitable work experience and a lower classification (2:2) may also be considered. Both BA and BSc candidates will be considered.Applicants without a 2:1 or above with an equivalent qualification or a professional qualification will be considered on an individual basis
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Semester 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Semester 2 (January), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
