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Biological Sciences

Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, Wales
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Course Overview

Offered by Aberystwyth University, the DProf Biological Sciences provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Aberystwyth, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Both the Department of Life Sciences and the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) at Aberystwyth University offer opportunities to undertake a research degree in the biological sciences or related discipline. Aberystwyth is recognised internationally for its plant breeding programmes, as well as its research expertise in animal and crop science. Within the Centre for Innovation Excellence in Livestock, the focus is on the efficient production of sheep meat while minimising environmental impact, while the Pwllpeiran Upland Research Platform provides a research re... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of ยฃ23,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetics
Animal Production and Welfare Science
Crop Science and Sustainable Agriculture
Environmental Biology and Ecosystem Management
Research Methods in Biological Sciences
Genomics and Molecular Biology Techniques
Climate Change and Food Security
Doctoral Research Project in Biological Sciences
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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AberInnovation brings academia and businesses from the bioscience, agri-tech, and food and drinks sectors together on a brand-new ยฃ40.5m campus. English Language Requirements IELTS 6.5 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent Other Requirements Applicants should submit a full research proposal at the point of application Back to the top Fees and Finance Course Fees: Funding: Funding opportunities may be available, please check our funding calculator for details. These modules are desi

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๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

50%Working
20%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
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