MBio Biology
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MBio Biology at the University of Lincoln is a four-year integrated Master’s programme that explores the science of life. Students learn how living organisms are structured, how they function, and how they evolve. While covering a wide range of subjects, students can specialise in areas of their interest. The final year includes in-depth research, providing excellent preparation for PhD studies or high-level scientific careers.
Students join a strong academic community and are taught by research-active staff. Learning involves practical work, lectures, seminars, and a funded UK residential field trip. Assessment methods reflect real-world scientific roles, including practical reports, case studies, and written tests to evaluate knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Key highlights
- Research-intensive fourth year added after the three-year BSc
- Broad range of biology topics with scope to develop specialisms
- Optional overseas field course module available in the third year
- Residential UK field trip to study animals and plants in the wild
- Strong practical emphasis with projects alongside practising researchers
- Research-focused teaching from academics in the Department of Life Sciences
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — UK: 112 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, to include 40 points from Biology or Chemistry. For example: A Level: BBC to BBB to include a Grade B in Biology or Chemistry BTEC Extended Diploma - Applied Science accepted…
- International Baccalaureate: 30 — overall to include
- BTEC: DDM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics, Science
- A-level: BBC-BBB — to include to include a Grade B in Biology or Chemistry
- International qualifications — International Non UK Qualifications: If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language profici…
Scholarships
Global Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.
Up to 50% of feesInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.
Up to £2,000Partner Scholarship
If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Research scientist
- Laboratory technician
- Ecologist
- Conservation officer
- Environmental consultant
- PhD researcher
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MBio Biology from the University of Lincoln are prepared for a variety of scientific and research-focused careers, including:
- Research and Development
- Technical roles in science laboratories
- Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries
- Environmental Protection and Conservation
- Science Communication and Publishing
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students pursuing the MBio Biology at the University of Lincoln is £18,300.
Admission
As an undergraduate integrated Master’s course, admission is managed through UCAS. Prospective students are encouraged to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for guidance throughout the application process.
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