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MSc Bioscience - Research and Development

UCL (University College London)

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UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This programme will help you understand how to develop research from the lab to the clinic. With a bioscience background you will develop your scientific knowledge base whilst improving your ability to design experiments in the context of translational medicine. Understanding clinical trials design in more detail together with improving your critical evaluation of scientific papers and an extended lab based project will equip you with more knowledge and skills required for pursuing a PhD or other scientific career. The MSc Bioscience (Research and Development) is an intensive, preclinical science-based programme intended for those who have a biomedical background, and have an interest in furthering their knowledge and understanding of the development of novel therapies, by learning about therapeutic approaches in stem cell gene therapy, the science of disease and treatment paradigms, engagement with the practical applications of therapies and the translational possibilities within these. The programme is intended to develop practical skills and strategies for shaping research practice when identifying science-based solutions and innovations, and shaping opportunities for these to be developed and actualised in lab based contexts. The course provides you with an extended period of lab time, which then progresses into independent research activity and lab based practice, ensuring that you will leave with meaningful bench skills and a defined lab based research project completed, maximising your capacity to develop your practice further. The course is well-suited for individuals with a strong foundation in biological sciences, particularly those with an interest in the translational and practical applications of research, such as developing novel therapies. Ideal candidates often have a biomedical or bioscience background, but graduates from computational sciences, mathematics, physics, and engineering are also encouraged to apply if they demonstrate a clear interest in biological questions.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 39,200per year

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University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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UCL has over 20,000 students from outside the UK. Many tutors are world-leading academics in their field.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    10th out of 87 2

    7th out of 76

    4th out of 22 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    164 73%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    72nd

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    175 78%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    93.0 93%

    2nd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    55th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    141 70%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    9th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    10th

    3

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