Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
at University of Warwick, Coventry

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
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University of Warwick
Overview

International students can pursue Life Sciences (MSc by Research) at PG level at The University of Warwick. The duration of the course at the university is 1 year. The course is among the top-ranked courses in the International students must meet the entry requirements such as complete academic qualification, a valid test score in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible for the course. The The University of Warwick tuition fee for international students for Life Sciences (MSc by Research) is around Pound 24,010 (INR 3,104,493) for first-year. Students must manage additional costs such as:

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Duration	1 year
Tuition & Fees	₹30.20 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Life Sciences (MSc by Research)

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
at
University of Warwick
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a Life Sciences (MSc by Research) from The University of Warwick must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in UK such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by The University of Warwick over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for Life Sciences (MSc by Research) is around Pound 24,010 (INR 3,104,493). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the Life Sciences (MSc by Research) from The University of Warwick, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 30,20,044

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 125.78276 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 24ᵗʰ February 2025

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
at
University of Warwick
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 2.5/4
A bachelor degree of 2:2 from recognise university in a Life Sciences related study background

Institution wise cut off:-

For IITs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For IIMs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For IISERs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For IIITDMs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For IIITs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For NITs Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For Institutes of National Importance Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For Top NIRF ranked colleges/institutions Minimum 58% or 2.2 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 5.8 (10)

For State/Central Institutes Minimum 60% or 2.3 (4) or 4.0 (7) or 6.0 (10)

For Private/Deemed Institutes Minimum 65% or 2.5 (4) or 4.5 (7) or 5.2 (8) or 6.5 (10)
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
(BAND A) Overall IELTS (Academic or UKVI) score of 6.5 and component scores

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
at
University of Warwick
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#7	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2027
#7	University The Guardian, 2027
#113	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
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University of Warwick
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of Warwick
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

35% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Internships3.4

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs3.7

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.6

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.4

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration3

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MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management - Batch of 2026

4.4

Warwick: Where Theory Meets the Real World

Tips: It would be beneficial if students begin looking for accommodation at an early stage, settle issues concerning their bank account early, network with people and begin applying for internships/jobs if you wish to continue staying in the UK after graduating. The course itself is quite intensive; therefore, effective time management is required. The move to the UK was a big challenge, including adjustment to a new environment, living independently and different cultures. However, the University of Warwick has a lot of students from other countries, and it was rather easy to make friends and communicate with people there. I had the opportunity to know different cultures through my friends, and I would like to note that it was one of the best aspects of studying in the university. I did not receive any scholarships; therefore, I cannot say anything about the allowance. Generally speaking, I am completely satisfied with both my university and course. My course was quite practical, interactive, and allowed working on some projects and listen to experts from the industry.

Likes (Student Life): The life of campus at Warwick University is really fantastic. The university provides guest lectures, networking programs, career days, and other activities during the academic year. There are plenty of clubs and societies like *INSA Warwick*, where all Indian students come together and organize events related to Indian culture. There are sports clubs, cultural societies, and other communities at Warwick University. What I love most about being a student at Warwick University is the opportunity to make friends from various countries while pursuing my course.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The situation on the UK employment market isn't very good at the moment, particularly when it comes to sponsored visas. The number of companies sponsoring visas isn't large, and it is also a factor of the position itself and your experience. Here you may look for positions like Supply Chain Analyst, Procurement Assistant, Buyer, Logistics Coordinator, and Operations Analyst. Salaries for junior positions are approximately u00a325ku2013u00a335k per year. The situation regarding vacancies isn't bad, but finding a job with visa sponsorship is the hard part.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1450

Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 34000

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026Read more

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Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) (BA/BSc) - Batch of 2025

4.4

A comprehensive review of life at Warwick studying PPE

Tips: Transition felt easy as there was a large community that was in the same boat. Felt welcome, and information and support were readily available from student societies and the students' union. No scholarships. Extremely satisfied with the university and the course.

Likes (Indian Food): I prefer cooking at home - lots of variety in terms of food between the three town/cities the closest to campus (Coventry, Leamington Spa and Birmingham) - between North Indian, South Indian and coastal food at different price levels - all available and taste good.

Dislikes (Internships): Internships are independent of universities, student societies are allowed for networking events, but everything else is independent and led by the student. While the university did host some events with speakers across industries, the companies brought in did not align with what I wanted.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026Read more

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MSc Cyber Security and Management (CSM) - Batch of 2026

4.6

The Best Decision I made!

Tips: Be prepared to have the time of your life. You will love studying here. The self-motivation to do good just flows in to you. You will find yourself sitting in a park or having a good sports session during your free time or even going for a sports session at The Oculus! Just go for this university, no questions!

Likes (Public transportation): There is great connectivity to both Leamington Spa and Coventry from the University. Buses usually run every 30 minutes and are mostly very rarely crowded. A monthly bus pass costs about GBP 60, which covers transport up to B'ham. Cov in itself has great connectivity with trains and an airport nearby.

Dislikes (Internships): I didn't go through the process myself, but based on the reviews I gathered from my friends on this. I was a master's student, so we directly had to apply for jobs on a full-time basis or graduate roles. More information can be found on different subreddits.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 70000

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026Read more

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Management (MSc) - Batch of 2025

4.2

Amazing university for studies which is industrially connected.

Tips: Be ready to take responsibility and accountability of everything from day 1, including food, travel, studies, etc. Keep your options open in your home country for job prospects, as the entire Europe region, including the UK, is facing the anti-immigration heat, and this has also impacted the policy and regulations. Overall university life is great in all the aspects. Plan for admissions a year earlier; that opens up many scholarship options.

Likes (Public transportation): I rated it highly because getting to and from campus is incredibly easy, especially if you’re commuting from Coventry center or Leamington Spa. The National Express buses—like the 12X express—run constantly right into the main campus bus interchange. They do get absolutely packed during the 9:00 AM rush, to the point where you might have to squeeze in or wait for the next one, but the sheer frequency makes up for it. On top of that, getting out of the bubble for a weekend is a breeze. You can easily grab a quick bus down to Coventry station and hop on a West Midlands or Avanti train, or just book a cheap National Express coach. It makes traveling to places like London, Birmingham, or Manchester super straightforward and cheap enough that it won't break your student budget."

Dislikes (Safety): Crime rates in the city are on the higher side, especially in the city center and selected areas. It is highly suggested to avoid going out at night. Some of my friends have reported passport theft. Police authorities are reachable, and there is patrolling by police around the city.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 750

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026Read more

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MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management - Batch of 2025

4.0

Loved the uni , good atmosphere. Productivity at its finest

Tips: A lot of communication gaps needs to be understood No scholarship was awarded to me; 9/10 would be my rating for the university. The country is good, and the course, I would say, is good, and I would suggest not going by rankings only but also seeing how many days there are for classes and deciding accordingly.

Likes (Safety): On the bright side, at least campus life itself feels incredibly safe, so you don't have to worry about your security while you're navigating all that stress. 24/7 safety patrols Community safety available on a phone call all day long Never faced any safety issue in the country or on the campus, not a thing to worry about. A bad experience is that Cov is not quite safe after sunset; it’s suggested not to go alone, but the campus is apart from the city. In fact, it’s made like a city within, so it’s all good.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The job market right now is brutal, and honestly, everything rests on your shoulders—your profile needs to be solid, but it really comes down to how well you can pitch yourself and win over the interviewer. If you're doing a broad, general management track, the reality check is that openings are incredibly scarce unless you find a way to specialize in something specific. Plenty of companies post vacancies, but getting an offer completely hinges on your ability to sell your skills in that room. Also, nobody is just handing out sponsored visas right after graduation anymore; you're looking at a tiny 2 to 3% chance at best, so you have to hustle incredibly hard.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1700

Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 27375

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026Read more

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Life Sciences (MSc by Research)
at
University of Warwick
Highlights

Life Sciences (MSc by Research) is offered by School of Life Sciences under University of Warwick, UK.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1 Years.
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