MBiolSci Biological Sciences

From day one, you’ll be immersed in hands-on science—learning not just in lectures, but deep within specialist labs, museums, field settings, and with the very latest research equipment. This program ensures you're not just absorbing knowledge—you’re practicing science: experimenting, collaborating, and conducting real-world research using advanced tools and expert support.

Here’s how that takes shape for you:

• World-class laboratories and research hubs – Located across Firth Court, Alfred Denny, Florey, Perak, and Addison buildings, you'll learn through well-equipped lecture theatres, hands-on teaching labs, and comprehensive research facilities.

• Advanced anatomical and microscopy facilities – Use the newly refurbished anatomy lab alongside trainee medics and explore anatomy, biodiversity, and evolution at the Alfred Denny Museum of Zoology. 

• Cutting-edge technologies – Access powerful tools like controlled-environment chambers, genomics, proteomics, metabolomics platforms, mass spectrometry, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and high-resolution microscopy.

• Field trips and field courses – You’ll deepen your practical skills from day one with trips to Sheffield’s green spaces, local zoos, aquariums, and nature reserves—and can opt for immersive field courses in diverse UK and global ecosystems.

• Digital and group-based learning – Through modules like Professional Skills for Bioscientists, you’ll collaborate on team projects using digital tools, framing bioscience challenges inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 

• SURE (Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience) – Spend a summer (around six weeks) embedded in a real research group—applying and enhancing your research skills in a focused, discovery-driven environment.

• Optional placement and overseas experiences – If you opt for an extended version of the program, you may add a placement year for substantial work experience in industry or research, or a year abroad with 250+ partner institutions worldwide. 

• Library and study support – Right across the road, Sheffield’s library network offers 24/7 digital access, physical and online collections, study spaces, and tailored support—ideal for both quiet study and high-powered research.

Graduates of the MBiolSci Biological Sciences at The University of Sheffield are impressively well-prepared for the next step—equipped for roles based in research, healthcare, ecology, or scientific communication. In fact, typical starting positions include Research Scientist, Ecologist, Science Communicator, and Clinical Scientist, setting you up for impactful careers both in industry and academia.

Here’s how Sheffield supports your future success:

• Careers & Employability Support
  The University’s Careers & Employability Service offers tailored workshops on CV writing, applications, interview prep, networking, and placement opportunities—plus subject-specific guidance designed for bioscience pathways. You’ll benefit from practical support to kick-start your career. 

• Strong Employment Outcomes & Real-World Experience
  Leveraging your placement year (if you opt for it), many students secure graduate-level work directly after placement—gaining a competitive edge before even graduating. 

• Valued Industry & Institutional Connections
  You’ll tap into close partnerships with institutions like the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (NHS) for cancer and ageing research projects. These collaborations open doors for hands-on research experience and help bridge your academic and professional journeys. 

• Integrated Masters with Long-Term Value
  The MBiolSci is an integrated master’s—meaning by the time you graduate, you'll hold a master's-level qualification—and you’ll have spent your fourth year concentrating on a major research project. This structure is ideal for students targeting careers in industrial or academic research, equipping you with advanced, professional-grade research skills.

• Diverse Graduate Career Outcomes
  Sheffield alumni pursue a broad spectrum of careers: research roles in universities or charities; ecology and conservation; health-related positions; and even broader sectors like science communication, HR, or marketing—with many graduates finding roles with high-profile employers. 

Further Academic Progression:
Beyond work, many MBiolSci graduates continue with postgraduate study—such as PhD research, medical or veterinary programs, or specialized fields like genetic counselling or teaching—building on the strong independent research foundation you’ll have developed in your fourth year.