MSci Immunology
Course overview
The MSci Immunology course at the University of Strathclyde is an integrated master's degree that gives students a detailed understanding of the immune system. Students will learn how the body fights off infections and what happens when the immune system does not function properly, leading to conditions like allergies. The course focuses on practical laboratory skills and uses the university's research strengths linking industry and the National Health Service.
The course is set up to build students' knowledge over five years. The first two years cover basic biomolecular sciences, and then students specialise in immunology. In the final year, students will do a major research project and write a thesis. The programme is also flexible, allowing students to change to other similar degrees if their interests change early in their studies.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement where they can discuss their reasons for applying and any relevant experience. An academic or employer reference is also required. While not always mandatory, students have the option to upload a CV along with their application to demonstrate any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- For entry into the first year, students typically need grades in Chemistry and Biology. The exact requirements depend on the qualifications they hold.
- For A-Levels, the standard requirement is BBB, which must include Chemistry and Biology, with GCSE Maths and English Language at grade B/6.
- For Scottish Highers, the standard requirement is AAAB/AABBC with a B in Chemistry and Biology/Human Biology.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate their English proficiency.
- A score of at least 6.5 overall in IELTS with no score below 6.0, or equivalent test scores from recognised tests such as TOEFL, Pearson PTE Academic, or LanguageCert Academic SELT.
Scholarships
Asylum Seeker Scholarship
Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.
BBA International Scholarship
25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study
Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.
Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.
Up to £6,000Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship
Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.
Up to £5,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)
Value: 25% fee reduction per year.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.
Up to £7,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this MSci Immunology course can follow careers in different fields, including:
- Biomedical Scientist
- Vaccine Scientist
- Food Safety Scientist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Forensic Scientist
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for the MSci Immunology course for International students is £27,800 per year.
Admission
For admission to the course, International applicants have the option of using UCAS or the university's direct applications service. But we strongly suggest and encourage applicants to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for help with the process.
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