MRes Animal Science at Aberystwyth University

Programme overview

This MRes combines a year-long supervised animal science research project with taught elements in reproduction, anatomy, immunology, grassland science, nutrition, animal production and genetics. Projects are in areas such as production, reproduction, parasitology, nutrition, cognition or behaviour.

Department: Department of Life Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students complete a 120-credit research dissertation (A and B) and 60 credits of taught modules chosen from Animal Breeding and Genetics, Equine Nutrition, Grassland Science, Infection and Immunity, Livestock Nutrition, Livestock Production Science, Field and Laboratory Techniques, Statistical Concepts, Methods and Tools and others.

Career pathways

Graduates work across the animal industry in production and welfare, research and development and the wider veterinary, animal and biological sciences; many progress to PhDs or Veterinary Medicine.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree (equating to a mark of 56.5 or above) in a relevant subject or equivalent, subject to agreement with the project supervisor; non-graduates are considered individually based on relevant work experience. Applicants with a UK Bachelor's degree do not need an English proficiency test; other non-native speakers: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent. An up-to-date CV is encouraged.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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