About Immunology Bsc/msci in University of Glasgow
Immunology is the study of the body’s defence (immune) system and how it protects from, and contributes to, disease.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills.
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests (e.g. animal biology; biomolecular sciences; human biology; infection biology).
YEAR 3
If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4), you will attend lectures covering the whole field of immunology as well as lectures on molecular biology, statistics and data analysis. A series of practical classes will increase familiarity with many current immunological techniques.
MSCI YEAR
Immunology can be taken as an MSci degree, which includes an additional placement year between the third and final years of the degree, normally spent undertaking research in industry in the UK or overseas.
YEARS 4 AND 5
In year 4 you will study key concepts of immunology in greater depth. You will undertake a supervised laboratory research project in our state-of-the-art research labs.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKS
You will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad. There are currently two options available: the Erasmus+ Programme and the International Exchange Programme
- The Standard Indian XII (10+2) examinations from CBSE, CISCE or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education are acceptable for admission to our Bachelor degree programmes.
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)
- 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE (Academic)
- 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
University of Glasgow Highlights
University Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
No. of Campuses |
3, Gilmorehill, Dumfries, Garscube Campus |
Residence Halls |
11 |
Work-Study |
Available (20 hrs/week) |
Graduate Employability Rate |
~95.9% |
Research Funding Available |
179 million GBP |
No. of International Student |
Over 11,000 from 120 countries |
No. of Research and Teaching Staff |
3400 |
No. of Study Abroad and Exchange Partners |
420 |
University of Glasgow Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance will also include any additional costs a foreign student may have, such as living expenses while studying in the UK in addition to tuition fees.
University of Glasgow Fees
Tuition fees for some of the popular programs are as follows:
Program/Level of Education |
Annual Tuition Fees (GBP) |
Science, Engineering, Nursing, Medicine |
21,920 |
Dental Surgery |
45,170 |
All other bachelor degrees |
16,970 |
MS Data Science |
23,500 |
Masters in International Business |
21,900 |
Cost of Living at University of Glasgow
Other costs involved include rent or on-campus accommodation fees, expenses on books and material, and other lifestyle choices
Type of Expense |
Cost (GBP/year) |
On-Campus Accommodation |
5121-12,680 |
Books and Stationery |
400 |
Travel |
300 |
Entertainment |
1440 |