Overview

This Immunology and Microbial Sciences programme offered by King's College London enables students to undertake original investigation into the immune system and its role in health and disease. Candidates explore fundamental and translational questions relating to immunology, inflammation, infection, microbiology, vaccination, and disease mechanisms, contributing to the development of innovative diagnostics, treatments, and clinical interventions.

Key Facts

Based within the School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences, researchers work alongside clinical and discovery scientists in a multidisciplinary environment. The programme spans molecular, cellular, and clinical research, with expertise in areas including infectious diseases, transplantation, cancer immunology, inflammatory disorders, liver disease, and vaccine development. Strong collaborations with national and international partners support research that bridges laboratory discovery and patient care.

Programme Structure

Research Areas:

Immunology
Microbiology
Infectious Diseases
Inflammation Biology
Immunobiology
Cancer Immunology
Autoimmune Diseases
Organ Transplantation
Vaccines and Vaccination
Virology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-25 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours in an appropriate subject. A 2:2 degree may be considered only where applicants also offer a Master's degree with Merit or above.

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34700 GBP / year

≈ 34700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8000 GBP / year

≈ 8000 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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