About this course
University of Leicester offers MBiolSci Medical Biosciences (Physiology) with Year in Industry as a 5-year postgraduate Undergraduate Masters programme in Biological Sciences. Based in Leicester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £20,833 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall. Intakes run across 2 windows (Term 1 (September), 2026 and Autumn 8 (September), 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
A-levels: ABB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted.EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ grade B. A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.Level 3 Core Maths with A-levels: BBB + Level 3 Core Maths grade B (if Maths not taken as a full A or AS level). A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.GCSE: At least Grade 4/C in both English Language and Maths (if not held at A2/AS-level).Access to HE Diploma: Pass Science diploma with 45 credits at level three, 30 of which must be at distinction.International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points to include grade 6 and 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths or 3 at HL and grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language and Maths at GCSE.BTEC Nationals: Pass Applied Science Diploma with D*DD plus five GCSEs at B/5 or above including two relevant sciences.T Levels: Distinction in Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician).
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Autumn 8 (September), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
