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Master's degree, Sciences. University of Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, East of England, United Kingdom.
Masters by Research - Biology is a master's degree program in sciences at University of Hertfordshire, a public institution in Hertfordshire, East of England, United Kingdom, founded in 1952.
First-year tuition is listed at 17,420 GBP and the application fee at Free.
Applications to University of Hertfordshire typically receive a decision in 4 days and 19 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 29,696 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 17,420 GBP |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 12,276 GBP |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 29,696 GBP |
Our directory lists 571 master's degree programs in sciences at 70 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 22,100 GBP, and the middle half cost between 18,360 GBP and 28,750 GBP.
At 17,420 GBP, Masters by Research - Biology is 21% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 9,025 GBP to 40,900 GBP.
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University of Hertfordshire sets the exact entry requirements for Masters by Research - Biology. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.
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First-year tuition is listed at 17,420 GBP. Living costs are extra; University of Hertfordshire estimates 12,276 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
This program lists no application fee.
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It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.
You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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