Master of Science in Tropical Disease Biology (MSc)

One-year flagship master's program providing molecular and cellular training in parasitology, medical entomology, host-pathogen immunology, and diagnostic epidemiology.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: 2:1 Honours degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, or biomedical sciences
English language proficiency: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all bands)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Personal statement detailing interest in tropical pathogens
Recommendation letters: Two academic references

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Laboratory research project dissertation in Liverpool or overseas partner site
Application fee: £0
Tuition / joining costs: £24,500 per academic year (international)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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