Taxonomy, Biodiversity and Evolution
London, UK
This Master's course explores how taxonomy and systematics underpin our understanding of biological diversity. Based primarily at the Natural History Museum, it equips students with essential quantitative and analytical skills for careers in biodiversity research. The program offers training in computing, morphological, and molecular techniques, combining lectures, practicals at the museum, and fieldwork at Imperial's Silwood Park campus. Students will undertake an independent four-month research project, with opportunities to attend seminars and network with leading researchers, facilitating pathways to PhD study or biodiversity careers.
- London, UK
- 12 months
- On-campus
- ₹19,81,542/Year
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Program Overview
This Master's course explores how taxonomy and systematics underpin our understanding of biological diversity. Based primarily at the Natural History Museum, it equips students with essential quantitative and analytical skills for careers in biodiversity research. The program offers training in computing, morphological, and molecular techniques, combining lectures, practicals at the museum, and fieldwork at Imperial's Silwood Park campus. Students will undertake an independent four-month research project, with opportunities to attend seminars and network with leading researchers, facilitating pathways to PhD study or biodiversity careers.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
No Application Start time & Deadline Available
Program Start
September 2026
Programme Structure
["Research project", "Core modules", "You'll complete all the following core modules:", "NHM Field Course and Basic Computing", "Statistics in R", "Ecological and Evolutionary Data Science", "Natural History Collections and Principles of Taxonomy", "Phylogenetics and Molecular Systematics", "Macroevolution and Speciation", "Research project"]
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must meet specific entry criteria, including relevant academic qualifications such as a bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional requirements include submitting a personal statement, providing an application reference, and obtaining a teacher reference. Some applicants may need to undertake admissions tests such as the Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT), Test of Mathematics for University Admissions (TMUA), or the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT). Contextual admissions may be available for eligible applicants. Deadlines vary depending on the applicant's background and application route.
Course Fees
₹19,81,542/Year
Annual Fee
12 months
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
MSc + PhD Departmental Scholarships for Women 2024
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not Available
Presidential Scholarships for students of Black heritage
N/A
Amount
21000 GBP
Deadline
Not Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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