About the course

In infants worldwide, infectious disease accounts for higher mortality and morbidity than any other category of disease. Tackling the burden of infectious disease on mankind is recognised as a health priority by both the World Health Organisation and the United Nations. This Postgraduate Degree responds to the international need for research scientists by training biological and biomedical graduates to develop their knowledge and research skills in the fields of immunology and infection. The course combines practical and theoretical teaching delivered by scientists and clinicians working in the University's College of Life Sciences. Of great value to potential employers, the course also gives you experience of research in a six-month research project. The research training you receive and the research project you conduct will provide a training that PhD supervisors and employers value highly when recruiting their postgraduate research students from around the world. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£22,600

Intake	Location
Term 1 (September), 2024	Leicester
Term 1 (September), 2025	Leicester

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Leicester

2:2 degree in a biological science (e.g. Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology or Immunology)

　　Or a BTEC with experience in a field related to infection and immunity, such as a health service or biopharmaceutical laboratory

　　Or a medical or veterinary degree, provided that the course included significant elements of molecular biology, microbiology and immunology

　　Academic qualifications and transcripts

　　Personal statement/research proposal

　　Two completed references (one must be academic) OR names and contact details of two people from whom we can request references (one must be an academic referee).

　　Proof of English language competency (if your first language is not English)

　　IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

　　TOEFL iBT - 90

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Leicester. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking38th / 130

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