Master of Science - Biological Sciences (C103)

Biological Sciences is an exciting and rapidly developing field, bringing together knowledge, ideas and techniques from all areas of biology to allow us to expand our understanding of the human body and its interplay with the environment.

The MSci Biological Sciences degree is designed to develop students' understanding of the processes underlying life and health in whole organisms, focusing particularly on humans. The course has a fundamental core of biology and introduces students to a variety of topics within biological sciences, with broader consideration of molecular, cellular and organism level processes, particularly those of relevance to human health. Over the duration of the course students will explore such fascinating topics as human evolution, anatomy and physiology, genetics and molecular biology, growth, developing and ageing.

This is one of Loughborough's recently launched courses in the biosciences made possible by the opening of STEMLab, the University's 17 million investment in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including a suite of bio-laboratories.

In the final year, the MSci Biological Sciences degree features a chance to complete a substantial research project in the student's chosen area of interest. The focus on developing research skills makes the MSci particularly strong preparation for a career in research or for PhD study.