Postgraduate prospectus

Master of Research

Qualifications and durations

• Full-time MRes 1 year

Named pathways

• Biosciences
• Regenerative Medicine

Overview

These MRes degree programmes are designed for graduates who are contemplating a research career and who may go on to study for a PhD or to a position in industry involving interaction with research scientists. The programme provides a unique mix of taught components, extended laboratory projects and preparation of a grant proposal based on a research dissertation. They give the student an insight into a range of state-of-the-art research activities, techniques and skills as well as widen their knowledge both of the subject itself and the scientific, ethical and commercial context within which the research takes place.

Academic entry requirements

At least an upper second class honours degree or equivalent.

English requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with not less than 6.0 in each of the four components).
TOEFL 580 (paper-based test) or 237 (computer-based test) with a score of not less than 4 in the TWE or 92 (internet-based test) with not less than 21 in each of the components.

Unique funding opportunities

1 Marie-Curie Studentship available for 2009 (Regenerative Medicine only).

Contact

Director of Studies for the MRes

Email biosci-pgt@bath.ac.uk
Tel +44 (0) 1225 386918
Fax +44 (0) 1225 386779
Web
www.bath.ac.uk/bio-sci/postgrad/mres/biosci
www.bath.ac.uk/bio-sci/postgrad/mres/regmed

Fees in 2008-9

H £4000 O £13150