Biological Sciences MSc by Research: Fees & Entry Requirements at Royal Holloway, University of London, UK

Biological Sciences MSc by Research

UK

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What will I learn?

As the world faces challenges like biodiversity loss, global health, and food security, there is an increasing demand for curious minds to carry out research that uncovers solutions. This degree is designed to dive deeper than a standard biology Masters. From gene therapy to molecular ecology, explore topics related to global challenges and examine real-world cases while starting to specialise in a specific field. On our Masters by Research you’ll join the university’s research community, within a broad-focused, research-intensive biological science department. You will learn alongside academic staff working at the frontiers of knowledge in their particular fields

Which department am I in?

Biological Sciences

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£32,700.00 (35,62,868) per year
Founder’s - Accommodation Type - Catered, Single and Shared Rooms Shared Bathroom and Kitchen, Single Gender Corridors- From £5,196.65

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill,

Egham,

Surrey,

TW20 0EX, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Normally, we require a UK 2:2 (Honours) or equivalent in Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline. However, individual supervisors might request a higher degree classification. Applicants should have either made contact with a nominated supervisor before applying or provide a research proposal.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Royal Holloway

Royal Holloway is a research-driven university with an international outlook and a close-knit community at its Surrey and central London campuses.

  • Many departments ranked top 20 (Times University Guide 2025)
  • Research is top 25 per cent in the UK (THE, REF2021)
  • Close-knit, friendly, safe community campus
  • Egham campus 7 miles from Heathrow, 19 miles from London
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