MRes Synthetic Biology in London United Kingdom | University College London

University College London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 37,500
(c. USD51,127.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This MRes program educates students in the rapidly expanding field of synthetic biology, an interdisciplinary science that applies our current knowledge of biological system components to systematically design and construct new artificial biological systems. Participants gain expertise across key synthetic biology domains, including engineering concepts, mathematical modeling, advanced molecular biology, microbiology, biochemical engineering, and essential chemistry. The curriculum additionally equips students with skills for obtaining and critically evaluating scientific literature, along with transferable research competencies. A significant research component offers comprehensive training in synthetic biology methodologies.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, biomedical sciences, life sciences, biochemical engineering, chemical biology or any related subject area, or a medical degree (MBBS), or a physical sciences degree, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants with an appropriate professional qualification and relevant work experience may also apply. The English language level for this programme is: Level 1

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Applicants may take the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test to meet the requirements. TOEFL Overall score of 92 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 20/30 in speaking and listening

Tuition GBP 37,500

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