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Masters in Research (MRes) Applied Sciences

Bristol, UWE

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Bristol, UWE

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Frenchay Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Join our world-class research community in applied sciences and develop specialist knowledge and research experience in your area of interest. Conduct research in your workplace or on innovative collaborations with our organisational partners. Why MRes Applied Sciences: Whether it's developing biosensors that provide real-time health feedback or helping test prototype dressings for wounds, UWE Bristol is pioneering exciting innovations in applied sciences. Our Centre for Research in Biosciences (CRIB) is world-renowned for its research in biomedicine, bio-sensing technology, agri-food plant and environmental science. This is done in collaboration with universities, research institutes, healthcare organisations, knowledge transfer networks, industry and commercial organisations from all over the world. Why study our course: With the option to study full-time or while at work, this course enables you to deepen your knowledge in an area of interest alongside our world-class research community. After developing a solid grounding in academic research practice, you will graduate in an MRes in Applied Sciences with one of the following specialities: Biological Science, Biomedical Science, Bio-Sensing Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Physiology, Science Communication, Forensic Science, Conservation and Environment Forensic Sciences. Although there is plenty of autonomy, you will be supported throughout by a supervisor. And once you have decided on your research project, you will be able to conduct research in your workplace or in our state-of-the-art science laboratories, which have recently had a £3.2 million investment. Real world experience: If you are working, you can tailor your research and apply it to your workplace. Thanks to our diverse partners, there are opportunities to work on innovative research with organisations ranging from Bristol Zoo and the Eden Project, to Alzheimer's UK and the Woodland Trust. Throughout the course, you will also record activity so you graduate with a professional training development portfolio.Where it can take you: On graduation, you will have advanced skills in design data, collection and analysis, and a strong understanding and evidence base in your area of interest. You can also use credits from this qualification towards a PhD, so you can continue to deepen your knowledge and research experience.

Application deadline

10/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 17,250per year

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

University information

Bristol, UWE

Bristol, UWE

Bristol, UWE

  • University League Table

    62nd

  • Campus address

    Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 1QY, United Kingdom

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With its excellent graduate employability record, you can be confident you’ll get all the skills you need to leave as a career-ready graduate.
With students coming from over 160 countries, UWE Bristol is a diverse global community where everyone is warmly welcomed.
The Global Student Support team offers international students support and organises lots of events to help you settle in.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    63rd out of 91 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    119 55%

    63rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    70th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.26 82%

    10th

    1

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