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Virology and Immunology MSci
Course Overview - Virology and Immunology MSci
Our MSci course is ideal if you want to continue in research or to stand out when applying for a PhD.
Years one and two provide a broad background in biomedical science as well as information about viruses and the diseases they cause. You will study the immune system and how it controls infection. You will also learn about autoimmune diseases that can occur if the immune system attacks the bodys own tissues rather than an infectious agent.
You will progress to review the main viral diseases of humankind in terms of their natural history, biology, molecular biology,...
Our MSci course is ideal if you want to continue in research or to stand out when applying for a PhD.<br/><br/>Years one and two provide a broad background in biomedical science as well as information about viruses and the diseases they cause. You will study the immune system and how it controls infection. You will also learn about autoimmune diseases that can occur if the immune system attacks the bodys own tissues rather than an infectious agent.<br/><br/>You will progress to review the main viral diseases of humankind in terms of their natural history, biology, molecular biology, immunology, pathogenesis and epidemiology. These include HIV, hepatitis B and C, papilloma, influenza and measles, among others. You will learn about cutting-edge issues in virology and immunology, including emerging viruses, such as the Marburg and Ebola viruses, and SARS-CoV-2 that causes COVID-19.<br/><br/>The additional fourth year includes an extended research project and advanced research skills training with an emphasis on enterprise. You will plan projects, communicate with a variety of audiences, and learn to translate and commercialise research.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
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Codes/info
Course Code
C541
Institution Code
B78
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B Standard Higher: AAABB. Access to HE DiplomaD:24,M:21 Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/ Medical/ Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: 24 credits at Distinction and 21 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from Chemistry units and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from units in another science. Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme31 34 Standard offer: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Contextual offer: 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in five required Chemistry units. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B Advanced Higher: AB (in any order) in Chemistry and another science/mathematics subject. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalRequirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B and M3 is C. A levelA,A,B B,B,B Standard offer: AAB including Chemistry and another science/mathematics subject. Contextual offer: BBB including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £32,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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