Course summary
The programme is arranged in eight foci that use state of the art technology to address global challenges: Impacting on health and disease; Sustainably providing food and fuel; Environmental change; Ecology and Evolution; Infection and Immunity; Microbiology; Plant Biology; Cell and developmental Biology; Biochemistry and Biophysics; Molecular and Cellular Medicine; Bioinformatics and Mathematical Biology.
Modules
https://www.york.ac.uk/biology/postgraduate/research/#tab-3
Assessment method
An MPhil thesis is expected to display a good general knowledge of the field of study; a comprehensive knowledge of some part or aspect of the field of study; and a recognisable original contribution to knowledge or understanding. The thesis is judged by two examiners and the student is required to attend an oral examination on the subject of the thesis and on related research. The oral examination is vital for the award of the degree.
How to apply
International applicants
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
https://www.york.ac.uk/biology/postgraduate/research/#tab-6
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £4806 | Year 1 |
| EU | £27900 | Year 1 |
| England | £4806 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4806 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4806 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4806 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £4806 | Year 1 |
| International | £27900 | Year 1 |
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
For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/fees/
Sponsorship information
A range of scholarships and studentships are available at postgraduate level. Some scholarships are funded by the University (such as the York Master's Opportunity Scholarship) and some are funded by Research Councils, alumni, businesses and charities. Please check with the provider for details.
Provider information
University of York
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD