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Ecology and Environmental Biology MRes

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Gilmorehill Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Our Master of Research (MRes) in Ecology and Environmental Biology provides specialised research training in preparation for a PhD programme or a career in ecological science. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). This unique programme draws on the research interests of staff in the School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine. The MRes provides experience in a wide range of modern research techniques, supported by expertise in:wildlife biology terrestrial & aquatic ecosystems, epidemiology, spacial ecology, On-campus facilities are complemented by excellent research and teaching facilities available at the Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment (SCENE) and Cochno Farm and Research Centre. The MRes consists of a taught component and a laboratory or field-based research project in ecology and environmental biology.You will be provided with excellent training in preparation for a PhD programme or entering work in: conservation sectors, ecological consultancy, a governmental agencyThe MRes also serves as a valuable introduction to UK research for overseas students. There are considerable opportunities to undertake research work in the UK and overseas. MRes projects in the past have involved fieldwork in some of Scotland’s most important natural environments and in a variety of countries across the world.

Tuition fees

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£ 31,050month

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    29th

  • Campus address

    Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Scotland, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

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A wide range of international scholarships are available, including Global Excellence scholarships.
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Pre-sessional English language provision is available before starting university, with English language support options for the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    15th out of 87 3

    18th out of 70 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    207 92%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    24th

    50

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    189 92%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.89 72%

    67th

    2

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