Biosciences (taught master's)
We're looking forward to welcoming you to Manchester to start your postgraduate degree with us.
We know you'll have lots of questions about preparing for your studies and what will happen once the semester starts. We'll be in touch with you about what you need to know closer to the start of the year.
This includes an email that we will send to you when you need to complete online introductory courses in areas such as health and safety as part of your induction programme. You can also look out for these courses when they are added to Blackboard, our online learning platform, after you have registered as a student.
You can take a look at general information about getting ready to come to Manchester at the links at the bottom of this page.
Welcome message from your Student Experience Lead
I would like to welcome you to Manchester for your postgraduate taught course.
As the Student Experience Lead, I work with Student Representatives and Programme Directors to ensure we are doing the best we can to provide you with an engaging, stimulating, and challenging postgraduate education.
I would like to highlight some of the resources that you will have at your disposal as a postgraduate taught student at Manchester. To bolster your academic skills, you can attend workshops and access resources from the University Library's award-winning My Learning Essentials programme.
To assist with academic writing and building your scientific vocabulary, and to aid in improving English language skills if needed, you can access the University Language Centre.
When you are ready to prepare for the next stage of your career, you can access our Careers Service, for help with CVs, cover letters, interviews, and much more. Importantly, you can access the Careers Service for two years after your graduation, to aid in securing employment in your desired field. More information about these University services is available from the links on this page.
Finally, I wish you every success with your postgraduate taught programme and hope that you will find your time in Manchester enjoyable and rewarding.
Best wishes,
Dr Jenny Metcalfe
Student Experience Lead, Postgraduate Taught Education, School of Biological Sciences
Information for new students
Get ready
See important information on registering as a student, finance, accommodation and more.
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Academic Success Programme
Learn about academic English workshops to help you with your studies, whatever your first language is.
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Academic Advisors
Learn about Academic Advisors and the support they can provide throughout your studies.
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Students' Union
From events and course reps to campaigns for change, discover how the Students' Union can play a key role in your university experience.
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Online learning guide
Where to find information on tools and resources for learning online.
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Online services induction
A guide to online learning software, information and services from the Faculty eLearning team.
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Health and wellbeing
We know that health and safety is an important consideration ahead of starting university, or returning to campus, especially in current circumstances.
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Library essential skills
The Library offers a variety of training and skills resources to support your studies and research.
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