Course summary
Delve into the complexities of the immune system and explore innovative treatment modalities. Delivered by leading academics in the field, the programme offers comprehensive coverage of the latest Immunology developments and fully-funded attendance at prestigious immunology events. Immerse yourself in exciting laboratory projects alongside world-class researchers, shaping your expertise and propelling your career in this dynamic and impactful field. What makes this course different?
- Benefit from fully-funded attendance of either the British Society Of Immunology Annual Congress or the BSI Immunology Winter School.
- Opportunity to undertake an extensive laboratory research project in a wide variety of topics across immunology and immunotherapy.
- Learn from world-leading academics, practitioners and researchers, who will challenge and encourage you to become an independent and self-motivated learner.
- Enhance professional skills and employability.
Modules
The content of the programme is broadly divided into two components: the taught modules and the independent research project (dissertation). Each taught module comprises 15-40 hours of face-to-face taught classroom-based learning plus self-directed learning and an in-course assessed assignment and exam. Visit the course page on the University of Birmingham website for the most up-to-date module information.
How to apply
International applicants
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to: -TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing. -Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills. -Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component. -LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill. If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.
Entry requirements
Life science or biomedical science degree normally classified at 2:1 or above or equivalent. Examples of typical undergraduate degrees are Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science and Laboratory Science, however other life sciences degree will be considered.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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 more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT