Overview

The M.Phil. Biological Sciences degree at University of Portsmouth is exploring topics ranging from the evolution of life on Earth, to the huge ecological consequences of human activity, to the growing danger posed by antibiotic resistance. By studying for a postgraduate research degree, you'll play a part in the mission to turn expertise into impact. You'll also become a part of the research community and engage in research projects supervised by academics who are specialists in their fields.

You'll work in modern laboratories with some of the latest equipment contributing to world-class research. 82% of the research outputs in the area of Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences – which includes Biological Sciences – were classed as world leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

You'll get the opportunity to work across research disciplines including molecular, micro, marine and environmental biology. Your research may also be closely linked to Biomedical Science and Pharmacy, Geography, and Earth and Environmental Science.

Career opportunities

Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.

Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.

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Programme Structure

Projects include:

Relationships between contaminant exposure and reproductive physiology in the common harbour porpoise

Revealing DNA and RNA consuming bacteria and their roles in wastewater treatment plants

Quantifying the marine ecosystem functions and services provided by restoration of biogenic native oyster reefs in European temperate coastal systems

Modern molecular techniques for old domestic breeds at heritage sites

Assessing the capacity of seagrass meadows in the Solent (UK) for blue carbon sequestration

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-02 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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Applications all year round, but we suggest applying 2–3 months before your chosen start date

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Biotechnology Microbiology View 75 other Masters in Microbiology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

An upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or a master's degree in an appropriate subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered.

All applicants are subject to interview.

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Tuition Fees

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19200 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

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Additional Details

UK and EU students :Part-time and part-time distance learning: £2,503 per year
International students: Part-time and part-time distance learning: £9,600 per year

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 GBP / month

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Funding

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