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The School of Natural Sciences operates within the College of Science and Engineering, encompassing disciplines such as Botany & Plant Science, Earth & Ocean Sciences, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Physics & Zoology. Renowned for outstanding research and academic programs, our School boasts more than 130 faculty members along with 1,600 undergraduate and 130 postgraduate students (MSc & PhD). With a diverse international community, we strive to create a stimulating learning and working atmosphere
Research Focus - Molecular diagnostics, Host-pathogen interactions, Microbial glycobiology, Aquatic microbial ecology
Recombinant protein development, Deep-sea microbiology
Candidates for the degree of PhD or MSc by research must have reached a high honours standard (minimum H2.2 [or equivalent international qualification] for an MSc) at the examination for the primary degree or presented such other evidence as will satisfy the Head of School and the College of his/her fitness.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (7 Listening, 16 Speaking, 18 Writing, 8 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 48 in any one component.