Taught course
Advanced Biological Sciences
Entry requirements
Undergraduate (first- or upper second-class) or postgraduate degree in biological sciences or closely related discipline
Months of entry
September
Course content
Explore Advanced Biological Sciences at a global top 100* University.
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
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.
The programme offers you the opportunity to develop your scientific knowledge and enhance your skills in research 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.
*QS World University Rankings 2025.
Information for international students
If English is not your first language, you'll need an IELTS minimum level of 6.5 with a 6.0 in writing, reading, speaking and listening.
Fees and funding
Please see our website for fee information.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MRes
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000