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Advanced Biological Sciences (MRes)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore Advanced Biological Sciences at a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) University.

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

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.

The programme offers you the opportunity to develop your scientific knowledge and enhance your skills in research and scientific communication. In addition to the wide range of modules to choose from, you will 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.

At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career.

On this course, you'll be assessed through coursework, examinations, and a dissertation.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, England

Southampton is proud of its inclusive global community and welcomes students from over 130 countries.
As a truly global university, Southampton has many opportunities for students to develop intercultural skills through its wide variety of clubs and societies.
Specialist careers support and paid year in employment and internship opportunities prepare international students for their future.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    27th out of 94 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    150 66%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    34th

    28
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    60th

    19

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