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MRes - Master of Research
Moulsecoomb Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MRes - Master of Research
Moulsecoomb Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MRes - Master of Research
Moulsecoomb Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
Select a an exam type
Intro
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.
Careers
Our graduates are equipped with a foundation of knowledge for careers in research, industry, the public sector or academia. The MRes provides well-rounded, research-based learning, plus the necessary transferable skills to prepare you for employment.
Degree and experience: 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.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,400 per year
Students from Domestic
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £8,400. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
£15,900 per year
Students from EU
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
£15,900 per year
Students from International
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
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