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Royal Holloway, University of London: Biological Sciences
| Institution | Royal Holloway, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Biological Sciences |
| Web | http://www.rhul.ac.uk |
| Admissions.Enquiries@RoyalHolloway.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01784 414944 |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Internationally recognised for the quality of teaching and world-leading research, the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway is a dynamic and friendly place to study. We currently admit around 180 undergraduate students each year and about 50-60 postgraduate research students across a wide variety of laboratory and field-based research training courses.
As a vibrant scientific community, our research is grouped into three major areas: Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences, and Ecology Evolution and Behaviour. The department is also host to the Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Centre for Systems and Synthetic Biology and the Centre of Gene and Cell Therapy.
Our research is funded by Research Councils, charities, government agencies, a wide range of other commercial, environmental and research organisations. Research collaborations take place through projects right across the department. Our widely published research teams are well known for pioneering work in molecular genetics, gene and cell therapy, our research into bipolar disorder, evolutionary and conservation ecology, biodiversity, mathematical epidemiology, plant biotechnology and seed biology. Our postgraduate research students regularly report their research findings, both nationally and internationally in symposia and publications.
To learn more about the postgraduate degree opportunities offered by the Biological Sciences department, please visit the department's Postgraduate research page.
From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have, or expect to be awarded, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or MSc in an appropriate biological discipline. All members of academic staff can accept suitably qualified PhD students who we select for our studentships, or who have alternative means of support. To learn more about the research interests and activities of our staff, please visit our relevant research group pages Biomedical Sciences; Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour; and Plant Molecular Sciences. Before applying we recommend securing a supervisor in order to apply for your research project. Once you have identified a potential supervisor, please email the relevant group contact to discuss available projects, your qualifications and skills and if spaces are available to accommodate you. Contact details can be found in the staff directory on our website. English language requirements The scores we require |
| Location | Main Site Royal Holloway, University Of London Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Internationally recognised for the quality of teaching and world-leading research, the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway is a dynamic and friendly place to study. We currently admit around 180 undergraduate students each year and about 50-60 postgraduate research students across a wide variety of laboratory and field-based research training courses.
As a vibrant scientific community, our research is grouped into three major areas: Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences, and Ecology Evolution and Behaviour. The department is also host to the Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Centre for Systems and Synthetic Biology and the Centre of Gene and Cell Therapy.
Our research is funded by Research Councils, charities, government agencies, a wide range of other commercial, environmental and research organisations. Research collaborations take place through projects right across the department. Our widely published research teams are well known for pioneering work in molecular genetics, gene and cell therapy, our research into bipolar disorder, evolutionary and conservation ecology, biodiversity, mathematical epidemiology, plant biotechnology and seed biology. Our postgraduate research students regularly report their research findings, both nationally and internationally in symposia and publications.
To learn more about the postgraduate degree opportunities offered by the Biological Sciences department, please visit the department's Postgraduate research page.
From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have, or expect to be awarded, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or MSc in an appropriate biological discipline. All members of academic staff can accept suitably qualified PhD students who we select for our studentships, or who have alternative means of support. To learn more about the research interests and activities of our staff, please visit our relevant research group pages Biomedical Sciences; Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour; and Plant Molecular Sciences. Before applying we recommend securing a supervisor in order to apply for your research project. Once you have identified a potential supervisor, please email the relevant group contact to discuss available projects, your qualifications and skills and if spaces are available to accommodate you. Contact details can be found in the staff directory on our website. English language requirements The scores we require |
| Location | Main Site Royal Holloway, University Of London Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
MSc
Summary
Refine your research skills and develop advanced scientific and technical expertise with a one-year Masters by Research programme in Biological Sciences.
Choose your preferred research area from Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences and Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour to learn alongside academic staff working at the frontiers of knowledge in their particular fields.
You’ll contribute to a renowned research culture, with Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences ranked 25th in the UK for influential research output by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.
Study in our state-of-the-art laboratories, providing advanced equipment for bioinformatics, mass spectrometry and protein and gene sequencing. You’ll have access to on-site woodland and meadow field testing facilities, and our campus is within easy reach of sites of special scientific interest, including Windsor Great Park, Box Hill and Chobham Common.
Gain the generic skills and hands-on experience you need to continue into further study as a PhD student, or progress towards a research career in a variety of different sectors.
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Develop research skills to progress to further study at PhD level or a research career in a variety of sectors.
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Take part in world-class research led by renowned academics, with 76% of our Biological Sciences research ranked world-leading and internationally excellent. (REF 2014)
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Use our state-of-the-art facilities, with £16 million recently invested in equipment for bioinformatics, mass spectrometry and protein and gene sequencing.
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Study on a biodiverse campus with on-site woodland and meadow field testing facilities, within reach of sites of special scientific interest including Windsor Great Park and Box Hill.
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Choose from three areas of research: Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences and Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 (Honours) or equivalent, in Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline. However, individual supervisors might request a higher degree classification. English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all other subscores. |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Refine your research skills and develop advanced scientific and technical expertise with a one-year Masters by Research programme in Biological Sciences.
Choose your preferred research area from Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences and Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour to learn alongside academic staff working at the frontiers of knowledge in their particular fields.
You’ll contribute to a renowned research culture, with Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences ranked 25th in the UK for influential research output by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.
Study in our state-of-the-art laboratories, providing advanced equipment for bioinformatics, mass spectrometry and protein and gene sequencing. You’ll have access to on-site woodland and meadow field testing facilities, and our campus is within easy reach of sites of special scientific interest, including Windsor Great Park, Box Hill and Chobham Common.
Gain the generic skills and hands-on experience you need to continue into further study as a PhD student, or progress towards a research career in a variety of different sectors.
-
Develop research skills to progress to further study at PhD level or a research career in a variety of sectors.
-
Take part in world-class research led by renowned academics, with 76% of our Biological Sciences research ranked world-leading and internationally excellent. (REF 2014)
-
Use our state-of-the-art facilities, with £16 million recently invested in equipment for bioinformatics, mass spectrometry and protein and gene sequencing.
-
Study on a biodiverse campus with on-site woodland and meadow field testing facilities, within reach of sites of special scientific interest including Windsor Great Park and Box Hill.
-
Choose from three areas of research: Biomedical Sciences, Plant Molecular Sciences and Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 (Honours) or equivalent, in Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline. However, individual supervisors might request a higher degree classification. English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all other subscores. |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
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