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Advanced Biological Sciences (MRes)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Explore Advanced Biological Sciences, develop specialist knowledge, and gain practical skills at a global top 100 University. You’ll build in-depth understanding of your chosen specialism as you conduct a piece of original research, supported by the University of Southampton’s expert academics. This degree is great preparation for future PhD research, or for a career in a wide range of industries. This flexible one-year masters course is tailored to your particular research interests. You can choose to specialise in one of the following: Biodiversity, ecology and ecosystem services Biotechnology Developmental biology Microbiology Neuroscience Molecular and cellular bioscience Plant biology Zoology Your future career This MRes is a stepping stone to further study at PhD level or a gateway to many careers in industry such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals and the healthcare sector, scientific services, science communication, teaching, and scientific policy making. Key features of this course At Southampton you will develop your scientific knowledge enhance your skills in research and scientific communication benefit from the wide range of modules to choose -undertake an in-depth research project supervised by a leading academic in your specialism You’ll also benefit from a wide range of excellent facilities, including a dedicated life sciences laboratory. Further information If you’re a non-UK applicant, you should have completed at least 4 years in higher education. For more information, visit our website.

Tuition fees

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£ 26,700per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    20th out of 91 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    155 71%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    14th

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    67th

    7

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