Animal Behaviour MRes
Newcastle University
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MRes - Master of Research

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MRes - Master of Research

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Newcastle University

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Our Animal Behaviour MRes explores the exciting and theoretically rigorous area of the biological sciences.OverviewOur MRes in Animal Behaviour has possible applications in:•conservation•animal welfare•biomedical science•agricultureThe Centre for Behaviour and Evolution at Newcastle University brings together experts in:•behavioural ecology•comparative cognition•neuroethology•animal welfareWhat youll learnYoull study subject-specific content in animal behaviour research. Youll add to these ...Read more

Our Animal Behaviour MRes explores the exciting and theoretically rigorous area of the biological sciences.

Overview

Our MRes in Animal Behaviour has possible applications in:

conservation

animal welfare

biomedical science

agriculture

The Centre for Behaviour and Evolution at Newcastle University brings together experts in:

behavioural ecology

comparative cognition

neuroethology

animal welfare

What you'll learn

You'll study subject-specific content in animal behaviour research. You'll add to these modules from a broad range of complementary options. The core module asks questions related to animal behaviour research. It also addresses their associated research methods, including:

adaptive consequences

proximate mechanisms

development

evolutionary history

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26th

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Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: any biological or behavioural science discipline, including anthropology, psychology and linguistics or an MBBS/BDS degree. This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study. Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background.

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£12,000 per year

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£29,500 per year

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£29,500 per year

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Newcastle University
Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne

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