I have 2ii plus MSc and I have found that you will still come second to a 2i especially with funders

Your A levels results have been nullified by the Higher and more relevant BSc and MSc degrees, regardless of grade.

I would encourage anyone who shows the right research potential to apply to the Oxbridge group, ultimatly at PhD level this is all that matters.

Talk to the Admissions people or approach potential supervisors first!

if you cant take the initiative to try then may be you shouldnt be going to oxbridge

I have heard that scholarships given to eu students only cover tuition fees but not help with living costs, is this true?

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However as everyone knows both Oxford and Cambridge require straight A’s (or equivalent) for BSc entry.

My question is this - that despite my good BSc and MSc results, could my poor A’level results ultimately prevent me from gaining entry into these institutions? To what extent do A’ Level results determine the quality of a PhD candidate?

Do I stand a chance?
Please advise…

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I’m 22, I gained a 2i in BSc Biochemistry in 2001 and I recently graduated with a Distinction (1st) in MSc Biotechnology. However my A’ Level grades were very poor indeed and I have no industrial experience.

During a recent talk with one of my MSc Professors, he has encouraged me to apply to the Oxbridge universities for a PhD.

Hitherto I had never really considered the option, however I do respect the opinions of the Professor who has suggested that I do this. My university qualifications do match those required in the prospectuses.

I am a german citizinship and graduated in Germany/ Munich with the major genetics and the minors molecular zoology, biochemistry, human genetics. Now, I am looking forward for ph.D. studentship in the u.k. in the field of development (zebrafish or mouse), telomeres, cell biology in common. If you know any possibilty and stuff concerning funding I would be pleased to hear from you.

According to my lecturers, a Msc + BSc 2ii = 2i. I think probably that having two masters degrees makes no different although it stands you in good stead to furthering your career.

Stephanie talk to some academics and see if they can offer you funding. I believe that the only way one can get funding is through Academic or through industry (collaborative research)

shwings and roundabouts

Nah! dont listen to anyone, with a 2.ii and a masters you can get a phd anywhere, as long as you contact the right people and show competence and enthusiasm.

Sian, sorry but I don't think you have much chance of getting a phd in manchester. Try Sussex Uni or Lampeter College.

Hi, after reading the last topic about 2ii + MSc, it make me wonder...

I heard from people that if you have 2ii, with an MSc, it will make you 2i:
BSc 2ii + MSc = BSc 2i

I wonder how many people in here agree with this?

What about BSc2ii + MSc + MSc = ?
could anyone make some comment on that?

To anyone who's got a 2ii and a masters, don't worry. I've just been accepted to do a PhD in Manchester, after thinking I might be "past it" with a masters and a few years working as a research assistant.