Advancing science to fight infections
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Study Life Sciences at a university ranked 2nd in the world (QS 2025).
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Ready to apply? The next application deadline is Thursday 15 May 2025.
Why study Life Sciences at Imperial?
Home to world-changing discoveries
Our academics have made some of the greatest scientific breakthroughs of modern times. In the mid-20th century, we conducted the first epidemiology disease modelling – today we’re identifying gene theories which could control malaria.
Contribute to vital research
You’ll spend most of your time on field work like conducting animal surveys. You may even play a part in evolutionary research by contributing to species population tracking studies.
Access exceptional ecological facilities
You’ll be based at our Silwood Park Campus, which hosts unique facilities for field research in woodland, grassland and freshwater habitats, as well as genomics and microbiology laboratories.
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1st in the UK
for research outputs and research environment
REF 2021
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2nd in the world
University ranking
QS World University Rankings 2025
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3rd in the UK
for Life Sciences
QS World Subject Rankings 2025
Find the right course for you
Our postgraduate courses cover a wide range of subjects and disciplines. Choose the one that best matches your interests and goals.
- MRes Living Planet with Computational Methods in Ecology and Evolution
- MSc Living Planet with Ecological Applications
- MSc Living Planet with Ecology, Evolution and Conservation
- MRes Living Planet with Ecosystems and Environmental Change
- MSc Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology
- MRes Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology
Hear from our students and staff
My Master’s course is particularly special because of the number of opportunities I get to apply the knowledge learned in my courses to exciting projects, as well as the chances to actively engage in current research at the forefront of scientific and medical discovery.
Andrew, MRes Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology
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How to apply for a postgraduate degree
- Submit your application
Be sure to check our entry requirements and deadlines. Then, when you’re ready, visit our online portal to start your application. Make sure you have the details of your referees and all supporting documents ready. You may also need to pay an application fee. - Track your progress
Use our online portal to stay informed about the status of your application. We’ll also keep you updated via email. - Receive your offer
Congratulations – you’re a giant step closer to studying at Imperial. You will now need to show proof of qualifications and pay your deposit. You may also need to apply for your student visa after we send your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
Are you ready to begin your postgraduate journey at Imperial?
Useful links
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Visas and immigration
If you’re an international student, you will need a student visa to study in the UK. Our international support team can provide specialist advice.
Fees and scholarships
Get information on tuition fees, living expenses, funding and scholarships.
Accommodation
As a postgraduate student, you can stay in university accommodation or find private housing.
Application Deadlines
Some departments operate a staged application process with several deadlines throughout the year.