Royal Veterinary College University of London
Applied Biological Research MSci (Hons)
Royal Veterinary College University of London

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Applied Biological Research MSci (Hons) and other courses in biosciences (non-specific) at Royal Veterinary College University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in biosciences (non-specific).

Overall student satisfaction
86 /100
15 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of biosciences (non-specific)

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24556 £30929 £35939
25-75 percentile range £21037 - £28149 £23857 - £42071 £28098 - £51622

Course Description

The MSci in Applied Biological Research is an undergraduate, integrated master’s degree with an industry placement in the fourth year, the aim of which is to prepare you for a PhD or a career in an industrial or academic research environment, with a focus on human and veterinary medicine, prevention and treatment.

This programme has received Advanced Accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology following an independent and rigorous assessment. Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.

This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Applied Biological Research MSci (Hons) at Royal Veterinary College University of London

15% Teaching Professionals
15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
15% Librarians and Related Professionals
10% Artistic, literary and media occupations
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Media Professionals
10% Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals
10% Sports and fitness occupations
10% Teaching Professionals
10% Sales occupations

Grading & Study Time

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for biosciences (non-specific)

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 7

No less than 65 in each component is required

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Applied Biological Research, MSci (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Applied Biological Research MSci (Hons)

EU £22670 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
International £22670 year 1

Average student cost of living in London

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2

University Rankings

Positions of Royal Veterinary College University of London in top UK and global rankings.

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About Royal Veterinary College University of London

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is the largest school dedicated to the education of vets in the United Kingdom, as well as one of the largest in the world. Due to the well established reputation of the college, aspiring animal care professionals come from abroad to have the opportunity to learn from the experienced team of tutors working here. The college manages the London BioScience Innovation Centre, giving students the opportunity to potentially work as research scientists.

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Student composition of Royal Veterinary College University of London

Total number of students enrolled at Royal Veterinary College University of London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
2050
postgraduates:
275
Total:
2325

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