Study Immunology and Immunotherapy: A guide for students from India
Study Immunology and Immunotherapy at a global top 100 university in a vibrant city at the heart of the United Kingdom. Become part of our international community, with over 10,000 students from approximately 150 countries. Our Indian community consists of over 210 students studying a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Our MSc Immunology and Immunotherapy programme is suitable for biomedical or life scientists who wish to acquire an extensive knowledge and key skills relating to the fundamental molecular and cellular regulation of immunity and its application to the treatment of disease.
Why Immunology and Immunotherapy at Birmingham?
You will benefit from studying with academics at the forefront of immunology and immunotherapy research, each with an internationally renowned research group.
The course includes fully-funded attendance of either the British Society Of Immunology Annual Congress or the BSI Immunology Winter School.
This programme will increase your personal knowledge of the principles of immunology and its application to immune-based therapy of disease.
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Make sure to choose "Biomedical Sciences" from the what subject are you considering option to learn more about this exciting programme.
We will also send you scholarship opportunities and information about events you can attend to find out more about our programmes.
Study in the UK
The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the Russell Group with a glorious, green campus, outstanding teaching and facilities and a vibrant and welcoming community. Located in the heart of England, Birmingham is an exciting and vibrant city with a fascinating history.
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Entry requirements
We welcome student who have a life science or biomedical science degree normally classified at 2:1 or above or equivalent. Examples of typical undergraduate degrees are Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science and Laboratory Science, however other life sciences degree will be considered.
The University will consider students who hold of a Bachelors degree of three or four years in duration from a recognised university in India. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved 55% - 60% or higher for 2:1 equivalency, or 50% - 55% for 2:2 equivalency depending on the awarding institution.
Either: A four-year Bachelors degree (first class or very good upper second class)
Or: A three-year Bachelors degree (first class) from recognised institutions in India.
Details regarding alternative qualification equivalents and further entry criteria can be found on our website.
Fees and funding
Annual tuition fees for international students for 2024/25 entry:
£31,410
To reward outstanding achievement and to help ensure that fears about finance do not constrain our students, we are pleased to offer a number of prestigious international scholarships.
Explore our postgraduate funding database to find out more!
Where will your degree take you?
Students who complete this MSc programme will have an in-depth up-to-date knowledge of this rapidly advancing field and will have developed the key skills required to either pursue a PhD in these areas or significantly improve their employability for the biomedical, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industrial sectors.
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International study
For more information regarding visas, accommodation, student support or student life, please visit our dedicated international study webpages. Here you can find country specific information such as details regarding in-country events and how to apply.
International students at UoB
