Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MRes Biosciences in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University
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Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
24,450
(c. USD32,717.77)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Research (MRes) in Biosciences is a one-year program offering an advanced qualification for those seeking to enhance their research capabilities by working in the lab of a globally recognized scientist. This program is perfect for students considering a PhD who want to gain deeper research experience first. It also provides a postgraduate certificate option, making it accessible to professionals in academia or industry worldwide. The program's primary goal is to equip graduates and industry professionals, both domestic and international, with research training at two academic levels, helping them develop critical skills, techniques, and experience to become more capable and employable researchers.
Career opportunities - Graduates typically enjoy strong career prospects, often pursuing roles in research or industry. Those interested in industry frequently secure positions as lab technicians, educators, consultants, conservation specialists, or research technicians. Around 55-65% of MRes graduates continue to doctoral studies. For research-focused careers, the program serves as an ideal foundation, with numerous PhD opportunities available in various specializations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The equivalent of a undergraduate degree at level 2:2 (or higher) in a relevant biological, biomedical or bio-molecular science subject.
Applications will also be considered from candidates who have a minimum of 5 years relevant commercial experience who only wish to undertake Stage 1 of the Programme (Postgraduate Certificate).
Please note that applicants must upload two written references with their application these are required for all candidates. Although the application form asks candidates to fill in a research proposal, please note that we do not require candidates to complete this at this stage. However, in order to submit the form you must write N/A in the text box.
All successful candidates will be expected to take part in an interview, either face-to-face or via Skype.
Applicants whose first language is not English must either have obtained an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each element, or have a recognised English qualification.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with a minimum of 20 in each subskill
International Baccalaureate (Language A) - HL 4 or SL 5
Applications will also be considered from candidates who have a minimum of 5 years relevant commercial experience who only wish to undertake Stage 1 of the Programme (Postgraduate Certificate).
Please note that applicants must upload two written references with their application these are required for all candidates. Although the application form asks candidates to fill in a research proposal, please note that we do not require candidates to complete this at this stage. However, in order to submit the form you must write N/A in the text box.
All successful candidates will be expected to take part in an interview, either face-to-face or via Skype.
Applicants whose first language is not English must either have obtained an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each element, or have a recognised English qualification.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with a minimum of 20 in each subskill
International Baccalaureate (Language A) - HL 4 or SL 5
Tuition
GBP
24,450