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University of Southampton: Advanced Biological Sciences
| Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Biological Sciences |
| Web | www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| AdmissionsPGT.ELS@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
About this course Explore Advanced Biological Sciences, develop specialist knowledge, and gain practical skills at a global top 100* University.
You’ll build in-depth understanding of your chosen specialism as you conduct a piece of original research, supported by the University of Southampton’s expert academics. This degree is great preparation for future PhD research, or for a career in a wide range of industries.
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
Your future career
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.
Key features of this course
At Southampton you will - develop your scientific knowledge
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enhance your skills in research and scientific communication
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benefit from the wide range of modules to choose
-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.
Further information If you’re a non-UK applicant, you should have completed at least 4 years in higher education. For more information, visit our website.
*QS World University Rankings 2025.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You'll need a 2.2 degree in biological sciences or closely related discipline |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
Explore Advanced Biological Sciences at a global top 100* University.
This flexible one-year masters course is tailored to your particular research interests, and 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, presentations, 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.
Focused research areas include: Biodiversity, Ecology and Ecosystem services, Biotechnology, Developmental Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cellular Biosciences, Plant Biology, and Zoology.
*QS World University Rankings 2025.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate (first- or upper second-class) or postgraduate degree in biological sciences or closely related discipline |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
Explore Advanced Biological Sciences at a global top 100* University.
This flexible one-year masters course is tailored to your particular research interests, and 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, presentations, 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.
Focused research areas include: Biodiversity, Ecology and Ecosystem services, Biotechnology, Developmental Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cellular Biosciences, Plant Biology, and Zoology.
*QS World University Rankings 2023.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate (first- or upper second-class) or postgraduate degree in biological sciences or closely related discipline |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
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