Full Time Masters Degrees in Biological Sciences

We have 1,667 Full Time Masters Degrees in Biological Sciences

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Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Make your Master’s matter with our postgraduate degrees at the UCL Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. The faculty has world-leading expertise across a wide breadth of disciplines encompassing the logical, experimental and mathematical study of our Universe; we offer a range of programmes in emerging as well as more traditional academic areas. You'll benefit from front-line research that feeds directly into our taught graduate programmes and access to first-class facilities within the faculty.

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Faculty of Medical Sciences

UCL is the perfect place for you to gain a medical sciences education. We’re acknowledged as a world leader, and you’ll benefit from our excellence in teaching and research, outstanding facilities, and the superior career prospects for our students. We were named University of the Year 2024 (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide). We carry out pioneering studies into cancer, COVID-19, surgery and genetics. Working with esteemed partners in the NHS, pharmaceutical giants and ingenious tech companies, we ensure our research directly benefits patients. The Faculty of Medical Sciences itself spans medicine, surgery, dentistry, infection and immunity, cancer and a medical school. With the expertise from within the faculty and across UCL, we work to solve the toughest healthcare challenges. We’re a uniquely multidisciplinary university and this drives our innovation. Our educators are at the very top of their fields, you’ll be inspired by them and our progressive pedagogical approach.

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Faculty of Population Health Sciences

Join the UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences and take on the world’s most urgent health challenges. Study alongside leading researchers and apply cutting-edge methods – from clinical trials and data science to social sciences and omics – to improve lives. Our Master’s degrees span public health, global health, women’s and child health, cardiovascular science, clinical trials, and the business of health, giving you insight into how innovation shapes systems like the NHS. Your Master’s equips you to lead change, influence decision-making, and drive impact across sectors. At UCL, you’ll gain the skills, networks, and global perspective to shape a healthier future. Make your Master’s matter.

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School of Biological Sciences

The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Edinburgh is based at the King’s Buildings campus, located in the south of Scotland’s capital city and approximately two miles from the centre of Edinburgh. We are one of the largest biology departments in the United Kingdom, and our staff and students contribute to a vibrant academic community, each with a shared vision to shape tomorrow’s world. We offer twelve on-campus masters programmes spanning the breadth of the Biological Sciences. Our postgraduate teaching derives from our research strengths, and you will learn from scientists of international repute. Through our world-leading research, teaching, innovation and impact, we strive to solve real-world problems of local, national and international relevance. By studying with us you will be in an exceptional position to help make the future better for generations to come.

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Columbian College of Arts and Sciences

GW’s Columbian College is a magnet for top scholars and a catalyst for learning and discovery. With more than 90 doctoral and master’s programs, we offer a transformative experience, connecting students with some of the most influential leaders and institutions while partnering with public and private organizations in the nation’s capital and around the globe. Hone your expertise in subjects as diverse as statistics, fine arts, public policy, art therapy, forensic sciences, and LGBT health policy and practice.

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Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Shape the future with UCL Social and Historical Sciences. We offer over 60 specialist postgraduate programmes across a diverse range of subjects. Our interests span the globe, as we seek to understand the social, political, economic, cultural and environmental processes that have shaped the world over time. Our academics are at the forefront of innovative, interdisciplinary research and education that creates a meaningful, real-world impact. We’ll challenge you to think critically, engage with global challenges, and seek creative solutions. Renowned for our excellence in teaching and research, we foster a vibrant culture of innovation. From tackling climate change to addressing economic inequality, our academics, alumni, and students are dedicated to exploring new ways to address pressing global issues.

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Faculty of Engineering Sciences

Welcome to the UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences! Studying a postgraduate degree with us means getting the skills needed to change the world. We’re acknowledged as a world-leading institution and you’ll benefit from our excellence in teaching and research, our outstanding facilities in the heart of London and the superior career prospects we offer our students. We offer a huge range of programmes and courses across the spectrum of engineering disciplines – including mechanical, healthcare, electric, chemical, biochemical, civil, structural and environmental. We also incorporate teaching beyond traditional engineering, including management, crime science, computer science, and engineering and public policy. We are a uniquely multidisciplinary faculty, and this drives our innovation, our progressive pedagogical approach, and our commitment to solving the world’s toughest challenges.

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School of Divinity

The School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh is one of the largest centres in the UK for the study of religion. This means we can offer our students a wide range of specialist degree programmes and course options. In addition, we have eight active research centres and networks and regular research seminars. These make for a stimulating environment for postgraduate research study and provide many opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. <br> Our postgraduate department offers you the chance to engage with cutting-edge research on theology and religion in a wide variety of areas. For us, learning is something that staff and students do together through our dedicated and diverse community. We have around 150 postgraduate students and 300 undergraduates, who are drawn from many parts of the world. Nearly 40 full-time academic staff include internationally respected scholars in a wide range of specialisms.

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School of Engineering

Engineering is an exciting, hands-on subject that will inspire you to challenge the way things are done, to think creatively and develop solutions that will genuinely make a difference to the world. <br></br> Join us and you can contribute to the transition to a lower-carbon future, including next-generation materials and processes, devices for medical diagnosis, data-driven innovation, energy, robotics, and AI systems, and help make infrastructure and the environment safer and healthier.

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School of GeoSciences

Our world is facing many significant and complex challenges. Rising inequality and the mass displacement of people, urbanisation, unprecedented rates of climate and environmental change and associated extreme events, and finite natural resources all pose formidable challenges for the future. By studying with us you will be in an exceptional position to help make the future better. Spanning a wide range of physical and social sciences, and the humanities, we are internationally renowned for our approach to interdisciplinary research and teaching. Through our world-leading research, teaching, innovation and impact, we strive to solve real-world problems of local, national and international relevance. You will be uniquely placed to address local and global issues relating to inequality and vulnerability; urban precarity; nature; cultural meanings; development and sustainability; climate and environmental change; natural resources; and natural hazards, risk and resilience.

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School of Chemistry

The School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh is set on the beautiful King’s Buildings campus. The University of Edinburgh placed 34th in the QS World University rankings 2026. Our world class chemistry research, teaching and facilities attract ambitious and talented students from around the world, who want to make a difference to current and future global issues. During your time with us in the amazing city of Edinburgh, you will have the opportunity to not only develop a practical knowledge of your chosen subject. We will also help you nurture and develop your transferable, communication and leadership skills, helping you steer your chemistry career to new levels.

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Moray House School of Education and Sport

Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational and sport policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021). We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies. Ranked Top 20 worldwide for Education and Sport (QS 2024), we're a leading centre for research impact and teaching excellence. We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.

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School of Social and Political Science

For as long as we have society, we’ll need social scientists. Edinburgh is the ideal place to study social and political science. The city is the capital of Scotland and home to the Scottish Government, the Scottish Parliament and the country’s highest courts, as well as the world’s largest arts festival. It provides a rich environment where students can achieve their potential.

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Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, founded in 1823, has a 200-year history of veterinary teaching and is an international centre of excellence in clinical activity, teaching and research. Today the School is home to around 1400 students and over 800 staff.

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Edinburgh Medical School

Established in 1726, Edinburgh Medical School was the pre-eminent medical centre of the 18th and 19th centuries. Today it retains its status as a leading force internationally in basic-to-clinical translational research and teaching. Edinburgh Medical School is a large medical school by UK standards, spread across several campuses and offering an enormous breadth and depth of research and learning opportunities. Interdisciplinary research and high-quality teaching are at the heart of our ethos. The University of Edinburgh offers its students a range of learning methods. On-campus learning provides a varied portfolio of full-time taught Masters and Masters by research. If you can’t move to Edinburgh but want to study with us, why not consider our Online Masters? We are one of the largest providers of online postgraduate programmes in the UK’s Russell Group, with a choice of over 40 programmes in the areas of Human, Animal and Ecosystem Health. Our online programmes are part-time, and offered as full Masters, with many programmes allowing you to study toward a shorter award such PG Certificate, PG Diploma or even a short credit-bearing course.

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Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is one of the largest and most successful centres for research and education in the UK, with extensive global partnerships. With world-renowned researchers and a passionate student body, we are always encouraging innovative and progressive collaboration, as well as new ways to work and learn.

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Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences

We are a vibrant faculty based in the heart of London with a long tradition of world-leading research and teaching in physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, and engineering. Our internationally-renowned scientists work across traditional subject boundaries, leading cutting-edge research, tackling global challenges, and answering fundamental questions about our world and universe. Our vision is to advance academic excellence, innovation, and impact in natural, mathematical, and engineering sciences to benefit our students, staff, and society. Interdisciplinary collaboration is at the core of our academic activities, enhancing student learning and accelerating discovery and innovation.

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Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy

Study a postgraduate degree in The Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy to generate holistic solutions to challenges such as global security, sustainability, and health inequality. Join our international community of 8,000 students across 130 nationalities in the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy.

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School of Health and Medical Sciences (formerly St George's)

At Legacy St George’s University of London, we’ve been improving health for over 250 years. And we’re excited to announce the establishment of our new unified City St George’s, School of Health and Medical Science which combines the strengths of the School of Health & Medical Sciences (formerly St George's) and City’s School of Health & Psychological Sciences. The new School positions us as: A powerhouse in health education – Offering expertise across medicine, nursing, midwifery, radiography, psychology, biomedical sciences, optometry, physiotherapy, and more. A leader in healthcare innovation – Driving research and advancements that shape the future of medicine and patient care. A hub for collaboration – Providing increased opportunities for students, researchers, and the NHS.

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Engineering, Environment and Emerging Technologies

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's leading university, renowned for its academic excellence and rich history. Through the E3 initiative - The School of Computer Science & Statistics, School of Engineering, and School of Natural Sciences - we offer a dynamic and multidisciplinary learning environment at the forefront of innovation. We provide students with world-class research opportunities, industry-relevant skills, and a vibrant campus community in the heart of Dublin, preparing them to be global leaders in their fields. Find our more about our university and undergraduate and postgraduate programmes from our three schools of Computer Science & Statistics, Engineering, and Natural Sciences.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, the largest faculty at the University of Bath, is home to six departments. We span a wide range of social science specialisms, such as economics, international education, sport management, international relations, interpreting and translation, forensic psychology, and international development. Our approach to teaching and professional development is designed to leave you well-equipped to kickstart or change careers. Many of our courses offer placements or consultancy projects to give you hands-on experience as part of your degree. Our teaching excellence and real-world experience encourage wider thinking, and help you realise your potential to make a positive impact on society.

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Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health

Established in 1937, the department features 160 members including senior academic staff, clinicians, research support staff, professional staff and graduate students carrying out research towards a higher degree. The department encompasses multi-disciplinary research across four overarching themes; Cancer, Global Health, Maternal & Fetal Health and Reproductive Medicine & Genetics. We focus on genetic studies, fertility, embryology, the dissection of molecular, biochemical and cellular mechanisms underlying normal and aberrant reproductive tissue function, clinical studies in women’s health and pregnancy and growth and development across the first 1000 days of life.

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Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences

The University of Oxford is a global leader in immunology, representing one of the highest concentrations of research-active immunologists in the world. Our department’s courses provide students with a stimulating and comprehensive education, high-quality research training and professional skills required for a rewarding career in modern immunology. MSc in Integrated Immunology is aimed at bioscience and medical graduates who want to gain an integrated understanding of the human immune system in health and disease, and of the wider applications of modern immunology. Our cohorts are small, so students have the opportunity to build an individual professional relationship with the Course Director/s. They also benefit from close contact with course contributors, who are affiliated to various academic and research departments across Oxford, the UK and beyond. Finally, our students undertake unique research projects, receiving bespoke training from world-leading immunologists in Oxford.

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UCD College of Science

University College Dublin (UCD) is one of the top universities in Europe and is also ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide. The UCD College of Science offers world-class taught masters courses to equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in diverse scientific fields including biotechnology, sustainability, earth sciences, chemistry, data science, artificial intelligence and physics. Our faculty are expert teachers and world-class researchers. Their research strengths and interests directly inform the content and quality of our courses. The UCD College of Science masters degrees provide an excellent foundation for a wide variety of careers and our graduates are in high demand for science and science-related roles in Ireland and abroad.

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Department of Paediatrics

The Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford is a global leader in the research, delivery and advancement of the health and care of children and adolescents. We are committed to improving their well-being.

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Department of Oncology

The Department of Oncology is a leading centre for cancer research and education, dedicated to advancing both basic and clinical oncology, with a strong emphasis on translating scientific discoveries into improved patient outcomes. Our department blends multidisciplinary research, state-of-the-art infrastructure and close partnerships with clinicians to drive real impact in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Research focuses on key themes including the tumour microenvironment, DNA damage and repair, and tumour immunology. The Department of Oncology has a vibrant postgraduate student community who benefit from world-class teaching, close mentorship from leading experts, and the opportunity to work on projects with direct clinical relevance.

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College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

With over 1,300 postgraduate students, we have a thriving intellectual community, providing training and teaching for the clinicians, researchers and allied health professionals of tomorrow. Making us one of the largest centres for research and professional training in the UK.

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University of Gastronomic Sciences

University Of Gastronomic Sciences provides a unique approach to food studies, integrating science, culture, ethics, and sustainability into a comprehensive curriculum. This approach prepares students to become future food professionals. At UNISG, education goes beyond traditional boundaries, highlighting the intricate interconnections between food production, distribution, and consumption. UNISG provides a unique approach to food studies, integrating science, culture, ethics, and sustainability into a comprehensive curriculum. This approach prepares students to become future food professionals.

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities

UCL Arts & Humanities, placed 7th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 by subject, is recognised globally for its teaching and research excellence. Since its founding in 1826, UCL has placed the arts and humanities at its core. The first academic chairs in English, German, Greek, Hebrew & Jewish Studies, Italian, Latin, Philosophy, and Spanish were created at UCL between 1826 and 1828. The faculty today houses ten departments, covering disciplines ranging from fine art to creative health to digital humanities, and offers an unparalleled variety in languages, cultures and societies. With our 200-year history of world-leading education and research, we aim to inspire creative and critical thinkers who will foster new constellations of humanities, social sciences, and science for generations to come.

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ESCP Business School (Berlin Campus)

Founded in 1819, ESCP Business School is a truly multicultural institution with campuses in Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin and Warsaw. Home to students and faculty from over 100 nationalities, ESCP offers a unique business education that weaves together diverse perspectives and cultures, preparing future-focused leaders for global careers. What makes us different? We're not just keeping up with change - we're driving it. We integrate cutting-edge topics such as AI, sustainability and innovation across all programmes, equipping students with the skills to tackle complex business and societal challenges. Our unique European model means you'll study across multiple countries, building the cross-cultural fluency that tomorrow's leaders need. Here, 200+ years of pioneering legacy meets bold exploration. Ready to shape the future of global business?

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Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences

The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences at King's College London is home to the largest dental school in the United Kingdom and is consistently ranked one of the top ten universities in the world for dentistry. As a global centre of excellence for dental education, research and oral healthcare, evidence-based teaching and learning, sophisticated clinical care and research methodology lie at the heart of all our postgraduate programmes.

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Faculty of Natural Sciences

Imperial’s Faculty of Natural Sciences is committed to advancing world-leading research and applying it for the greatest benefit to society. Learn from leading experts alongside some of the brightest STEMB minds. Build the skills powering tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Be part of it.

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Faculty of Engineering

Study at the Imperial Faculty of Engineering, where scientific imagination solves real-world problems. Learn from leading experts alongside some of the brightest STEMB minds. Build the skills powering tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Be part of it.

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Faculty of Life Sciences

UCL’s Faculty of Life Sciences is a world-leading community of researchers, educators and innovators, tackling the biggest challenges in human health and the living world - from cancer and infectious disease to biodiversity, neuroscience and drug discovery. Our postgraduate programmes are delivered across three exceptional schools: Biosciences, Pharmacy and Psychological Sciences, combining cutting-edge science with real-world impact. You will study in the heart of London, supported by outstanding facilities, expert supervision and strong links with clinical, industry and global research partners. Join a diverse and collaborative environment where curiosity, rigour and creativity drive discovery - and where students graduate prepared to shape the future of science, healthcare and society.

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University of Gibraltar

The University of Gibraltar combines academic excellence with a personalised and inclusive learning experience. Our globally recognised degrees are underpinned by a unique fee structure that eliminates international fees, meaning all students pay home fees, regardless of their origin. This fosters a vibrant, multicultural environment reflective of the global community. With an employability-focused curriculum, we prepare students to thrive in the professional world. Programmes are developed in collaboration with industry experts, blending academic learning with practical skills through placements, projects, and hands-on experience. Small class sizes ensure personalised support and meaningful interactions with lecturers, creating a close-knit environment that enhances student engagement and builds a strong sense of community. Located in a globally connected hub, the University of Gibraltar provides the ideal setting for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in an evolving international workforce.

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School of Medicine

IUHS is an international medical school offering a flexible and globally focused pathway to becoming a doctor. The four-year Medical Doctor (MD) program combines academic rigor with personalised student support and is designed to prepare students for medical licensure and practice in multiple jurisdictions worldwide. Using award-winning learning technologies, students complete the first two years of the program virtually from anywhere in the world while participating in a Mentorship Program that provides early clinical exposure through shadowing a local physician. The third and fourth years focus on hands-on clinical training in hospital settings. With more than 25 years of experience delivering medical education through a distributed online campus model, IUHS offers an established and reliable approach to medical training. Tuition is offered at a fraction of the cost of many private medical schools, with flexible monthly payment plans to help minimise long-term debt, enabling graduates to pursue medical careers in the United States, Canada, Australia, and more.

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Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science at University of Southern Denmark is a leading centre for scientific research and education that tackles some of the most pressing scientific questions and global challenges. Researchers at the Faculty of Science conduct research on water and the environment, the origins and physics of the Universe, first life on earth, operator algebra, efficient algorithms, synthetic biology, future pharmaceuticals, and of course proteomics, where SDU is second to none.

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Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark offers world-class engineering education in an international study environment. The faculty addresses key technological and societal challenges through innovative, practice-oriented teaching and close collaboration with industry. Across its campuses in Sønderborg, Odense and Vejle, the Faculty of Engineering educates future engineers in areas such as software engineering, mechatronics, electronics, robotics, civil and structural engineering, energy systems and digital technologies.

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Faculty of Business and Social Science

The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark is a leading centre for research and education in business, economics and the social sciences, addressing key societal, economic and organisational challenges in a global context. The faculty is home to the SDU Business School, which holds AACSB accreditation, placing it among a small group of internationally recognised business schools worldwide. Researchers at the faculty study topics such as economic development, public governance, sustainability and business responsibility, international markets, digital transformation, law and regulation, political decision-making and social change. Through strong research environments and close links to practice, the faculty contributes knowledge that shapes businesses, public institutions and societies worldwide.

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Biozentrum

The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is one of the leading life sciences institutes in the world. Its fundamental research embraces a wide range of topics such as physics of living systems, biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, microbiology, infection biology and immunology, cell and developmental biology, neurobiology, genetics as well as computational and systems biology. We offer a Master of Science in Physics of Life and a Master of Science in Molecular Biology.

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Faculty of Medicine

At the Faculty of Medicine, discovery meets real-world impact. Our students learn in a world-class environment where biomedical research is translated into better clinical care for global populations. With strong healthcare partnerships and multidisciplinary collaboration, you’ll study at the cutting edge of medicine, science, and innovation.

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MSc Environmental Contamination and Toxicology (ECT+)

University of Bordeaux |
College of Science and Technology

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Master in Food Sciences for Innovation and Authenticity

Free University of Bozen-Bolzano |
Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental & Food Sciences

This two-year master provides you with sound knowledge of current and future challenges in food sciences, combining innovation and authenticity… View course

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Full Time Masters Degrees in Biological Sciences

We have 1,667 Full Time Masters Degrees in Biological Sciences

Departments and universities

Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Faculty of Medical Sciences

Faculty of Population Health Sciences

School of Biological Sciences

Columbian College of Arts and Sciences

Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Faculty of Engineering Sciences

School of Divinity

School of Engineering

School of GeoSciences

School of Chemistry

Moray House School of Education and Sport

School of Social and Political Science

Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Edinburgh Medical School

Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences

Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy

School of Health and Medical Sciences (formerly St George's)

Engineering, Environment and Emerging Technologies

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health

Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences

UCD College of Science

Department of Paediatrics

Department of Oncology

College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

University of Gastronomic Sciences

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

ESCP Business School (Berlin Campus)

Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Life Sciences

University of Gibraltar

School of Medicine

Faculty of Science

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Business and Social Science

Biozentrum

Faculty of Medicine

Masters courses

MSc Environmental Contamination and Toxicology (ECT+)

University of Bordeaux | College of Science and Technology

Master in Food Sciences for Innovation and Authenticity

Free University of Bozen-Bolzano | Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental & Food Sciences

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