Medical and Molecular Biosciences MRes
Newcastle University
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MRes - Master of Research

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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MRes - Master of Research

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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SEP-26

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Suited for graduates with a BSc in life or other sciences. It is also suitable for intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students. You'll develop your own bespoke course with our broad range of taught modules. You'll then complete a 24-week research project. Our teaching is research-informed. Course content changes to reflect developments in: the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners and student feedback. Medical and molecular bioscience is a competitive research ...Read more

Suited for graduates with a BSc in life or other sciences. It is also suitable for intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students. You'll develop your own bespoke course with our broad range of taught modules. You'll then complete a 24-week research project. Our teaching is research-informed. Course content changes to reflect developments in: the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners and student feedback. Medical and molecular bioscience is a competitive research area. Your studies will be centered around academia. You'll also have an opportunity to access industry experience in some cases.

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16/279
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31st
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Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: a life science or related discipline or an MBBS/BDS degree. This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a masters 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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£12,500 per year

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£30,700 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£30,700 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

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