Biological Sciences

Information for applicants and offer holders to postgraduate taught programmes in the School of Biological Sciences

We are delighted that you are considering joining us at the School of Biological Sciences, where world-class research and teaching meet. 

β€œThe University of Edinburgh is one of the best places in the world to study biology and to prepare for a career in research or fields like biotech entrepreneurship; we are ranked among the top 20 globally.

With a breadth in teaching and research from molecular to population scales we are inherently interdisciplinary in our approach to science and innovation. Novel and creative solutions to global problems occur across discipline boundaries, and we address these big questions with quantitative, computational and predictive approaches and the ability to engineer biological systems at gene, chromosome and cellular levels. We would love for you to join us on your journey through this exciting revolution in biology and I wish you all the best as you make this decision.”

Professor Thorunn Helgason, Head of the School of Biological Sciences

Hear from Zachary Bloxham about his experiences studying with us.

SBS Facilities Ashworth Side Lab Students

Here in the School of Biological Sciences postgraduate students are an important part of our community

SBS Facilities Ashworth LT1

Key information about your programme, including programme structure and content

SBS Graduating Students

Explore your future career options and meet our alumni

SBS Welcome King's Buildings

Events for applicants and offer holders

SBS Calton Hill

Scholarships for Biological Sciences students

What happens next?

If you receive an offer from us, we'd love for you to join us as a postgraduate student in September.  

Please read your offer letter carefully and follow the instructions on how to accept the offer using your Applicant Hub. 

Accepting your offer