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PostgraduateMaster of Research

Biosciences

University of Gloucestershire
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3 yearsDuration
N/ATuition Fee
ยฃ28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
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Course Overview

Offered by University of Gloucestershire, the MRes Biosciences provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in health sciences. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. A Masters by Research or PhD in Biosciences will enable you to undertake cutting-edge scientific research in a supportive and caring environment. You can specialise in one of many topic areas, from genomics, immunology, gene therapy and cancer biology to palaeoecology, plant ecology, animal behaviour, parasitology, population biology, ecosystem functioning, ecological monitoring and wildlife conservation. We have a range of laboratory facilities, including a new state-of-the-art biosciences laboratory with a biomedical specialism, microscopy and zoology laboratories, and smaller research la... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Methods in Biosciences
Genomics and Molecular Biology Techniques
Ecological Field Methods and Conservation
Immunology and Gene Therapy
Statistical Analysis for Biological Research
Literature Review and Research Design
Advanced Microscopy and Laboratory Techniques
Specialist Research Project and Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic64โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Start date Course code Fee (UK)Fee per year Fee (international) Fee per year October 2026 โ€” ยฃ5,350 ยฃ13,425 February 2027 โ€” ยฃ5,350 ยฃ13,425 October 2027 โ€” TBC TBC February 2028 โ€” TBC TBC International students can benefit from a range of scholarships and bursaries across many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Find out more

๐Ÿ“Š OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

๐Ÿ’ฐ Graduate Salaries โ€” University of Gloucestershire

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 monthsยฃ28,000ยฃ28,500ยฃ30,000
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-05-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
35%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Gloucestershire

University of Gloucestershire offers Biosciences as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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