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  Advanced Biological Sciences MSc


University of Exeter    Biosciences

Full time & Part time September MSc 1 Year Full Time / 2 Years Part Time
Biological Sciences (4)

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The Advanced Biological Sciences MSc at Exeter University is a highly regarded programme that offers a wide range of specializations in the field of biosciences. Ranked 6th in the UK for research power, this programme provides a research-intensive environment where you can develop the skills to tackle major biological challenges. You can choose to study a broad base of biology or specialize in one of seven pathways, including Animal Biology, Bioinformatics, and Sustainable Aquaculture. With access to world-leading research facilities and the opportunity to undertake a substantial research project, this programme prepares you for a successful career in industry or further academic study.

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Overview

  • One of the UK's leading Biosciences departments, ranked 6th in the UK for research power in the 2022 Research Excellence Framework
  • Study either a broad base of advanced biology or specialise in one of seven pathways
  • The advanced laboratory skills module provides specialised training and advanced data processing
  • You will undertake a substantial research project working within one of our world-leading research groups
  • You will have access to world-leading research facilities including the Aquatic Resources Centre, Bioimaging Centre, Exeter Centre for Cytomics and the Exeter Sequencing Facility  

Course content

The MSc in Advanced Biological Sciences allows you to study a broad base of Biological Sciences, or to specialise in one of seven specialist areas (Animal Biology, Bioinformatics, Ecotoxicology, Frontiers in Plant Science, Microbiology and Infectious Disease, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or Sustainable Aquaculture).

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Entry Requirements

Minimum 2:1 in a relevant science subject.

Relevant subjects include: Biological Sciences, Cell Biology, Ecology, Ecology and Conservation, Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Plant Science, Zoology.

Applicants are also required to meet our English language requirements. Please see our website for details.




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