Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons)
University College London
Key Course Facts
Course Description
The Division of Infection and Immunity at UCL is a vibrant and world-class research community: our scientists conduct infection and immunology research and are internationally renowned in cancer immunotherapy and virology. As leaders in a current and fast moving field, we are well placed to teach about infection and immunity from laboratory bench to hospital bedside. This programme will provide students with a broad knowledge base and real insight into how discovery science is carried out at the very highest level.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 171 graduates of Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons) at University College London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Immunology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Immunology courses of University College London
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons) at University College London
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £29000 | £29000 | £38500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £33000 | £23500 - £37000 | £27500 - £48000 |
All Immunology courses of University College London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Immunology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £22479 | £27706 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £26500 | £18401 - £28010 | £22173 - £34773 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Infection and Immunity, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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.
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Current jobs
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% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons) at University College London
| 17% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 11% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 11% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 11% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 7% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 6% | Teaching Professionals |
| 4% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 4% | |
| 4% | Media Professionals |
| 3% | Finance Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Biology and Chemistry required, plus Mathematics preferred. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme.
Pass in Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit, all from Level 3 units. Please note, where subject specific requirements are stipulated at A level we may review your Access to HE syllabus to ensure you meet the subject specific requirements prior to a final decision being communicated.
A,A,B at Advanced Highers (or A,A at Advanced Higher and B,B,B at Higher), including Chemistry and Biology at Advanced Higher, plus Mathematics preferred.
A total of 17 points in three higher level subjects, including Biology and Chemistry, plus Mathematics preferred, with no score below 5. For Mathematics the programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme.
to include Distinction in Biology and Chemistry, plus Mathematics preferred.
Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A-Levels at grades AAB. Chemistry and Biology required, plus Mathematics preferred.
Chemistry and Biology required, plus Mathematics preferred.
GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- UPSCE
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Costs
Tuition Fees Infection and Immunity BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £28500 | year 1 |
| International | £28500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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, 2024
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University College London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University College London in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #10
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- Biological Sciences
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ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 26 May, 2021]
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- #10
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
[Published 06 June, 2020]
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- #4
- #11
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- Biological Sciences
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 20 April, 2022]
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- #3
- #14
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- Biology & Biochemistry
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NTU by Subject
[Published 20 October, 2021]
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About University College London
University College London, otherwise known as UCL, is a government funded research university based in metropolitan London, England. It’s a university that puts emphasis on investigative research and the teaching of critical thinking skills for its alumni. The university has its main campus in the Bloomsbury area of the populous London Borough of Camden, in Central London, where students can enjoy its large parks and open spaces in their free time.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 20 April, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- - Academic Reputation 30%
- Employer Reputation 10%
- Research Citations Per Paper 30%
- H-index 30%
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 20 October, 2021
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 26 May, 2021
Urap
- Published:
- 06 June, 2020