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Natural Sciences Admissions
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Imperial College London
South Kensington Campus
Kensington and Chelsea
SW7 2AZ
Biological Sciences
- Master of Science
- 1 Years
- Full-Time
- 27 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine (also known as Imperial College London)
Course summary
Come and study at one of the largest Life Sciences departments in Europe.
Develop a deep understanding of Biological Sciences on this four-year course, where you will acquire the key scientific skills required for a range of research-informed graduate careers in the Life Sciences.
You will examine the behaviour of living systems from the level of molecules and cells up to whole organisms and ecosystems. Through this work, you will gain a detailed knowledge of the molecular mechanisms of life and explore the diversity, evolution, and relationships of the organisms on our planet.
Your studies will be complemented by a dedicated Life Science skills programme. This provides training in quantitative skills, programming, statistics, and scientific writing and presentation.
In Year 2, you will have the first chance to select from a series of optional modules, and you can further specialise in Year 3 in areas including ecology, immunology and infection, systems biology, microbiology, plant sciences, developmental biology and neuroscience.
Laboratory, computational and field work will help you develop the skills to design and carry out biological experiments and analyse the resulting data.
With access to the thriving research environment at Imperial, you will be taught by world leaders as you learn how to solve complex real-world problems.
Your studies culminate in the final year with a seven month research project, complemented by research skills training to develop your ability to critically engage with current research topics and methodologies.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Master of Science • Full-Time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 27 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C103
- Institution code:
- I50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C103
- Institution code:
- I50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelAAA
Must include:
A in Biology
A in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics
General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HigherNot accepted
Access to HE DiplomaNot accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 38
Must include:
6 in Biology (HL)
6 in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics (HL)
*Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not accepted
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3D3D3
Must include:
D3 in Biology
D3 in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics
Additional entry requirements
- Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT)
- All applicants for Life Sciences are required to take the Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT). You will need to complete the following papers: Mathematics 1, Biology and Chemistry. You must register in advance and take the test at an authorised assessment centre. Please see the admissions test page for more information.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 6.5 is required in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
| PTE Academic | 69 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 62 is required in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | B | For pre-2015 test, the College requires grade B overall. If your test result is 2016 onwards, the College requires 185 overall with 176 in all elements/bands |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 5 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 5.0 is required in all bands. Imperial will continue to accept old TOEFL iBT taken before 21 January 2026. Our requirement is 100 overall with 22 in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
For further information on the College English entry requirements and a full list of accepted tests and grade requirements, please visit the College website URL detailed below.https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/apply/english-language/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We adopt holistic approach to admissions at Imperial College London, with all applicants individually assessed, using their application, and the outcomes of interviews & test result where relevant. Our contextual admissions approach means that our selectors consider any additional barriers you are facing, which may affect your ability to show us your potential through your grades. When we make an offer for a place to study at Imperial, we set conditions that you have to meet.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
*Please note that home fees can be subject to government changes.
Tuition fees at the overseas chargeable rate for 2027 entry are still to be confirmed.
Tuition fee rates at overseas chargeable rate for 2026 entry are published at www.imperial.ac.uk on our course listings, which provide an indicative cost, noting that fees are likely to be subject to increases in line with inflation as per the Retail Price Index (RPIX) value.
For further information on fees, funding, loans and grants, see: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/undergraduate/
For further information on fee status eligibility see: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/fee-status/
Sponsorship information
Scholarships and bursaries 1
We’re offering up to £5,000 each year through our Imperial Bursary scheme for eligible Home undergraduates. If your household income remains under £70,000 a year, you’ll automatically qualify for every year of your course. Find out more about the Imperial Bursary Scheme on our website.
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