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University of Exeter: Medical Mycology and Fungal Immunology
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
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| Department | Biosciences |
| Web | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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Both clinical and non-clinical applicants are welcomed
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You will be studying within the MRC Centre for Medical Mycology – a world-leading research centre that is helping to tackle the major global threats to human health caused by fungal diseases
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The course covers aspects of medical mycology, immunity, the molecular basis of infection, and the genomics of infectious disease
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Participants will undertake a 6-month project, selecting their topic from peer-reviewed projects on fungal pathogen biology or host-pathogen interactions. (Note that MRC Centre-funded students on our MRes-PhD Programme do two 3-month projects instead.)
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Graduates of this programme might expect to pursue a career in academic, clinical or commercial research
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Master of Research - MRes
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | BSc or MSc degree in a relevant Biological Science degree (e.g. Microbiology, Biochemistry or another Biomedical Science), and Medical and Dental graduates with a minimum of 12 months postgraduate clinical experience (completion of UK Medical or Dental Foundation Year 1 competencies). Applicants with significant professional experience in medical mycology or fungal biology will also be considered. Applicants must also provide one strong academic reference. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | BSc or MSc degree in a relevant Biological Science degree (e.g. Microbiology, Biochemistry or another Biomedical Science), and Medical and Dental graduates with a minimum of 12 months postgraduate clinical experience (completion of UK Medical or Dental Foundation Year 1 competencies). Applicants with significant professional experience in medical mycology or fungal biology will also be considered. Applicants must also provide one strong academic reference. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
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