Programs of Birkbeck, University of London

Accounting and Financial Management MSc

London , United Kingdom

If you wish to pursue a career in accounting, or require knowledge of accounting in your role as a budget holder, this interdisciplinary MSc provides a thorough understanding of the key areas of accounting and financial management for non-accounting graduates. We seek students from business/management, accounting and finance, or those with a quantitative background. Because our students come from such a variety of backgrounds and range in age and experience, you will find our class discussions a stimulating arena in which to explore new ideas and topics.

£17,850 International

£11,550 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Accounting BSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

Accounting demands a range of transferable skills, including quantitative, analytical and decision-making skills, and perceptive abilities. You will develop a good understanding of accounting and the environment in which it operates, and the ability to apply a wide range of accounting skills and competencies, from preparing financial statements to interpreting complex material and relating theory to practice. What’s more, you will learn supervisory and management skills that will give you the confidence to take on more challenges in the workplace. This programme has been designed to allow you to focus predominantly on accounting modules. The number of compulsory management modules is significantly fewer than in the BA Accounting and Management, replaced instead by compulsory accounting modules. However, the study of management remains an important part of the course.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Analytical Bioscience MSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

This Master's degree in bioscience provides hands-on experience and training in a wide range of analysis techniques and instrumentation used in the molecular biosciences, biomedical and pharmaceutical sectors. It is designed to allow flexibility in attendance requirements and offers the opportunity to complete a novel research project in one of our excellent research laboratories.

£15,200 International

£9,450 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Analytical Chemistry MSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

This modular Master's degree delivers comprehensive training in analytical chemistry, with a specialist module in clinical analysis. The programme offers the opportunity to complete a research project in our research laboratories, with constant contact between staff and students which creates opportunities for you to comment on, and take responsibility for, the direction of your studies. Alternatively the project may be completed at your place of work if appropriate. This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of key areas of analytical science and its practical applications, advance your understanding of recent advances in the field and equip you with the skills to formulate a research or method development plan, and carry out the appropriate literature and data searches. You will also learn how to carry out chemical manipulations, operate advanced analytical equipment, and work safely and efficiently in a laboratory.

£15,200 International

£9,450 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Archaeology BA

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

Do you have a genuine interest in the material culture of the past? On this course you will study from a broad chronological and geographical perspective, with topics ranging from prehistoric Britain to Greek sculpture, and the Roman Middle East to medieval Italy. The study of archaeology develops the ability to understand how people lived, acted with their physical environment and thought in the past. The course includes a wide variety of options across a span of prehistoric, ancient and medieval periods, from Britain to the Near East. You will learn the essential analytical techniques of archaeology to develop your understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in the interpretation of material remains. Practical archaeological experience is a key element of the degree, and includes learning through the resources of archives, collections and practice in the field.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Arts and Humanities

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

Would you like to study literature, art, film and media, theatre studies and cultural studies within a single degree? You can do just that by designing your own programme of study with expert guidance from our specialists. With its extensive range of option modules, this course gives you the flexibility to pursue multidisciplinary interests and then specialise in areas that you find interesting. You can pursue your interests across the arts and humanities, choosing to study film and media, English and humanities, history of art, or a language and its associated culture, separately or in interdisciplinary combinations. You will examine culture through literary and philosophical texts, art and cinema, the mass media and digital technologies.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Bio-business MSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

If you are seeking a role in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries, it's essential that you have a solid understanding of the science and the regulatory environment, as well as communications and deal-making skills. Birkbeck's MSc Bio-Business delivers broad, yet detailed, insights into both the theory and practice of entrepreneurship and business in the bioscience industries, with a focus on commercial activity in science-related projects. The MSc Bio-Business provides an overview of the life sciences sector, supported and complemented by business, entrepreneurial and applied modules. The structure of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries is explored in the context of regulation and public perception, to highlight issues of risk, regulation and socioeconomic benefits stemming from technology and material developments. The course features specialist professionals presenting on key areas, such as communications, pharmaceuticals and business development.

£16,800 International

£11,000 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Biomedicine BSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

A rational approach to the development of treatments for current and emerging threats to human wellbeing depends upon a sound knowledge of human health and disease. Biomedicine is at the interface between molecular, cell and integrative biology and evolving disease therapies, while biomedical research is pivotal in transferring advances in basic science into both effective practices that promote human health and treatments for human diseases. This programme will provide you with the knowledge and skills for participation in the biomedical community, either professionally or personally. After gaining entry to this programme via UCAS and completing Year 1, you can elect to decelerate your pace of study and transfer to a four-year, part-time evening study version of this degree. This course is also available for part-time evening study over six years.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Business BSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

This flexible course is rooted in real-world business practice and will help you relate your own experience to your studies. You will investigate how organisations think and work, how managers work successfully, and the external circumstances in which businesses operate and succeed. You will gain a solid understanding of key, transferable business skills and explore more specialised areas, including accounting, economics, leadership, innovation and marketing. We take a genuinely interdisciplinary approach to the subject, offering you an innovative way of learning about topics that cannot be pigeonholed into one particular area. This programme attracts students from both the public and private sectors, including administrators, clerical workers and managers, as well as the self-employed. Because it is taught entirely by evening study, you are able to combine your academic studies with daytime commitments.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost

Business Psychology BSc

Birkbeck, University of London

London , United Kingdom

Psychology provides insights that help us to understand the behaviour of people in business and organisational contexts. This course uses knowledge of the human mind and our behaviour as a basis to investigate fundamental organisational functions, such as human resource management, finance, marketing, strategy and technology. You will learn how psychological theories and research can be applied successfully to: recruit, select and assess employees change organisations train and motivate people develop individuals’ careers.

£13,675 International

£9,250 Domestic

£12,500 Living cost