Biology postgraduate degrees in London

7 universities offer 9 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate biology degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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Brunel University of London

1 biology courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 55th
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WUSCA ranking: 65th
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What students say about biology

The best aspects of my university experience have been the sense of community and the opportunities for personal and academic growth. My course is taught by passionate lecturers who make the subject feel relevant and engaging, and I’ve appreciated how approachable most staff are when I need help. There are also plenty of extracurricular activities and societies, which made it easy to meet people with similar interests. The campus facilities—like the library, study spaces, and wellbeing services—have also been a big part of what makes it a great place to study. In terms of what could be improved, there are a few key areas. Communication between departments could sometimes be clearer, especially around deadlines and timetable changes. At busy times of the year, access to study spaces can become limited, and more quiet areas or longer opening hours would make a difference. It would also help if there were more practical, hands-on learning opportunities such as placements, workshops, or industry links, as these really enhance understanding and employability. Overall, the university offers a supportive and stimulating environment, but with better organisation and more resources during peak periods, the student experience could be even stronger.

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King's College London, University of London

1 biology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 12th
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The location in central London not far from where the UKs decisions are made is amazing. The library has most of the resources I need and if you can’t find something the library staff will happily try and make it available. The thing where the uni lets us down the most is admin.

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University of East London

1 biology courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 9th
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Studying subjects I genuinely cared about was incredibly rewarding. Unlike school, university allowed deep exploration of ideas, debates, and specializations. Whether you’re diving into philosophy at places like University of Oxford or engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, that freedom to focus intensely on your interests is empowering.

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Year 1
  • Critical Approaches to Inclusive Education
  • Exploring Behaviour: Theories and perspectives for practice
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Queen Mary University of London

2 biology courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 30th
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WUSCA ranking: 21th
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My experience at uni has been mostly positive. The course is engaging and the practical elements make it more interesting. Many lecturers are supportive and the facilities are helpful for studying. However, communication and organisation could sometimes be improved, as information can occasionally be unclear or late. Overall, it’s been a good place to learn and gain experience

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  • Biodiversity Loss - Challenges and Solutions
  • Biodiversity and Conservation Research Project
  • Research Frontiers in Biodiversity Evolution and Conservation
  • Statistics and Data Analysis
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I'm an optometry student entering my third year in September 2024. The lecturers are very nice and supportive; however, the optometry students in Group C are extremely rude, disrespectful, and lack any sort of manners. Many of them speak poorly of you if you fall behind or are slow in your routine, and they refuse to collaborate despite knowing that practice is essential for skill improvement.

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UCL (University College London)

2 biology courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 8th
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I love all the student deals. However, I feel like many of the student activity processes could be streamlined as it seems so overwhelming as a foreigner/first-year. Like, having to book a ticket, but then still waiting in line or an event being overbooked via ticketing that people are dissuaded to come. Then, when the event takes place, the ticket holders don’t even come.

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Biosciences MRes
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  • Research Skills
  • Seminar Series
  • The Scientific Literature
  • Dissertation
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Synthetic Biology MRes
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  • MRes Synthetic Biology Research Project
  • Research Skills
  • Synthetic Biology
  • Transferable Skills in Bioprocess Research and Development
  • Dissertation
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Imperial College London

1 biology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 4th
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Studying at Imperial College Business School for my Master's in Economics & Strategy for Business was an incredible experience. The program pushed me to think critically and strategically while offering the perfect blend of academic rigor and practical application. I was inspired by the diverse, driven cohort and had the chance to collaborate with brilliant peers from around the globe. The faculty's expertise and guidance truly enhanced my learning, and the school's location in the heart of London made the experience even more vibrant and enriching. It was a transformative journey that broadened my perspective and prepared me for real-world challenges.

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  • Biological Computing
  • Data Science
  • Origin and Evolution of Diversity
  • Theory and Practice of Taxonomy and Phylogenetics
  • Research Project
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