Biological Sciences MRes
University of Brighton
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MRes - Master of Research

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Our Biological Sciences MRes enables you to join a team working towards solutions to global issues such as infectious disease and environmental health, and explore topics such as genetic and molecular biology with researchers who are experts in their field.You will become part of one or more of our research groups, with expertise in areas including biomaterials and biomedical devices, zoonoses, and applied biosciences. You’ll work alongside postdoctoral and other postgraduate researchers with ...Read more

Our Biological Sciences MRes enables you to join a team working towards solutions to global issues such as infectious disease and environmental health, and explore topics such as genetic and molecular biology with researchers who are experts in their field.You will become part of one or more of our research groups, with expertise in areas including biomaterials and biomedical devices, zoonoses, and applied biosciences. You’ll work alongside postdoctoral and other postgraduate researchers with shared interests.Your research project will examine a specialised subject within the fields of biomaterials, biomedical devices, microbiology, biochemistry, ecotoxicology and genetics. Option modules allow you to explore further areas according to your personal and professional interests.You'll develop practical skills using our specialist facilities including an image analysis suite with electron microscopes, a confocal microscope and atomic force microscopes, and purpose-built ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.

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83/91
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74th
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88th
What students say
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Leoni
19 Jan 26

Great place to study- the staff and students are all lovely, plenty of support. 3 different campus all easy to get it and good location in regards to the city, If applying through..Read more

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Lucy
19 Jan 26

The best is the location of the campus, and the lecturers are really good. The worst is trying to find a balance...Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Students with a degree that does not fall within this category but who have significant relevant experience, will also be considered. All applicants should provide a full description of any research projects undertaken, relevant work experience and non-academic qualifications.

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£9,720 per year

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£18,792 per year

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£18,792 per year

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Great place to study- the staff and students are all lovely, plenty of support. 3 different campus all easy to get it and good location in regards to the city, If applying through...
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Lucy
19 Jan 26
The best is the location of the campus, and the lecturers are really good. The worst is trying to find a balance....
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a strong choice for postgraduate students looking to develop their professional careers, whether by...

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Lewes Road Brighton Brighton and Hove BN2 4HQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Brighton London Road  0.7 miles away

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