Program Overview
The Life Sciences at University of Sunderland is a Pre-Master programme in Humanities over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Life Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 4.5
- Tuition: GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Sunderland, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Life Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 1 term
- 2 terms
- 3 terms
- Analysis of Scientific Data and Information
- Pharmacological Principles of Drugs Actions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English requirements
- 3 terms from 4.5 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element less than 4.0
- 2 terms from 5.0 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element less than 4.5
- 1 term from 5.5 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element less than 5.0*
*Extended programmes are available if you do not yet have the required English language level. This programme lasts 4 terms and includes an English language module (ELM) followed by the 3 terms of Masters Foundation required to apply for entry to the first year of your Masters degree.
Academic Entry Requirements
To study this programme you will need to have successfully completed your Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent, from a recognised university.
English Proficiency: IELTS 4.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 4.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sunderland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Sunderland
University of Sunderland
Sunderland, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 9 months
