Masters Courses

We offer a range of biology Masters courses covering biodiversity, biotechnology, biological and biomedical sciences:

• MSc Bioscience
• MSc Biotechnology
• MSc Human Disease and Therapy
• MSc Infection and Immunity
• MSc Plant Science and Biotechnology

• MRes / MSc Biodiversity and Conservation

Each course has its own web section covering course content, entry requirements, staff and student profiles, fees, scholarships and careers information.

Follow the links above to browse the ones which interest you.

Postgraduate Taught Degrees (Masters) Brochure

Step up to Masters

The Step up to Masters website is designed to help you Step Up to your time as a Masters student, so that you can make the most of all the opportunities offered at the University of Leeds, Faculty of Biological Sciences. It is designed to prepare you for living in Leeds but more importantly for studying at this higher level. You will find it packed with useful information.

How to apply for a taught postgraduate (Masters) degree

All applicants should normally have, or expect to achieve, a First or Upper Second Class undergraduate degree (or equivalent). Applicants with equivalent relevant professional experience are encouraged to contact the Graduate School Office prior to applying.

Online applications

The quickest way to apply for an MRes/MSc programme is online. It’s quick and easy and you can track your application through its various stages.

We need the following documents to assess your application:

• Completed Web Application Form (for Taught Postgraduate Study)
• You must complete a supporting statement using the form provided in this link.
  
• Full CV
  
• Transcript of degree examination marks
  
• Two academic references/testimonials
  
• Evidence of English language qualification (non-native English speakers only)
• Copy of final degree certificate (if completed)

For further help please or contact the Graduate School Office or our overseas offices.

Paper application

If you would prefer you can download a paper application form to print out and complete. We require the same supporting documentation as for online applications (see above). Please post paper applications to:

Taught Postgraduate Admissions
Central Student Administration
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
United Kingdom

E-mail: TP_Admissions@leeds.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)113 343 4044
Fax: +44 (0)113 343 3877

Application deadlines

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible for taught postgraduate programmes. The normal University deadlines for receipt of applicants for entry in 2013 are as follows:

International applicants – 31st August 2013
Home/EU applicants – 10th September 2013

Please note that places for our programmes are limited and are likely to be filled prior to the dates listed above. International students are advised to apply no later than the end of May in the year in which they wish to enrol, to ensure that they have sufficient time to obtain a visa and prepare for arrival in the UK. If you intend to apply for funding, you should submit an application for a place at least one month before any specific scholarship deadline.

You can download the Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy 2013 here.

2014 entry

For applicants interested in applying for Postgraduate study next year the Faculty of Biological Sciences Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy for 2014 entry is available below in PDF format.

Download 2014 Admissions Policy Here.

Scholarships

Information on all scholarships available can be found at the University of Leeds online scholarships database

Information and guidance is also available from Leeds University Union.

Eligibility for scholarships and bursaries will vary according to personal circumstances:

• Fee Scholarships
• Santander Scholarships
  Eligibility: UK/EU students
  Closing date: 7 June 2013
  Value: Contribution towards academic fees
  Please note you only need to complete one scholarship application form to be considered for both the Fee and Santander Scholarships

• Lhasa Scholarships
  Eligibility: Self-funded UK/EU students
  Closing date: 28 June 2013
  Value: £6,000 towards academic fees
  Complete the Scholarship Application form here to apply

• The Faculty of Biological Sciences Masters International Scholarships
  Eligibility: Self-funded International students
  Closing date: Ongoing
  Value: £2,000 towards academic fees
  
  
• University of Leeds Alumni Tuition Fee Bursary
  Eligibility: Self-funded Leeds University Alumni
  Closing date: Ongoing
  Value: The University will pay 10% of your tuition fee

• Tetley & Lupton Taught Postgraduate Scholarships
  Eligibility: International students
  Cloing date: 4 February 2013

Contact Us

Taught Postgraduate (Masters) Admissions

Tel: +44(0) 113 343 1418
Email: fbsgrad@leeds.ac.uk
Fax: + 44(0) 113 343 1407

By post:

Postgraduate Admissions
Faculty of Biological Sciences Graduate School
Garstang Building
University of Leeds
Leeds
LS2 9JT, UK

How to find us

We are located near the city centre and the local signposting can be a bit tricky, so please allow plenty of time to get here. The Faculty of Biological Sciences is located in the southern part of the University of Leeds campus. Look out for the green and white signposts on campus to help you find your way.

• Check the Campus Map
• Download Leeds CityBus route map (this is not operated by the University of Leeds)
• Visit the University of Leeds travel pages
• If you are using sat-nav our postcode is LS2 9JT