Normally an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants with a lower second-class Honours degree in a relevant subject will be considered on a case by case basis.
Relevant degree subjects are
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all biology degrees with a substantial molecular biology or genetics component.
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other biology degrees with at least some molecular biology.
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computing science, software engineering or IT.
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mathematics or statistics (with evidence of experience in computer programming).
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other physical sciences subjects with either evidence of experience in computer programming or evidence of a strong background in molecular biology.
For all other degree backgrounds, please consult the programme director for advice before applying.
You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate as part of the programme is spent learning programming and many of the courses involve statistical analysis. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.
If you have a degree in a molecular bioscience and want to specialise or enhance your skills in biological computing, this programme is designed for you.
If your background is in a non-molecular life science or in another discipline such as computing science, please apply anyway, or enquire (see the contact listed above), as we do often take students with other backgrounds.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
Common equivalent English language qualifications
All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)
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90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.
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Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE (Academic or Academic Online)
Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
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176 overall, no subtest less than 169
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Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months, combined scores from 2 tests sat within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)
University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
Alternatives to English Language qualification
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Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)
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Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country
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Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country
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Masters degree from English speaking country
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Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country.