MRes Animal Behaviour at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our Animal Behaviour MRes explores the exciting and theoretically rigorous area of the biological sciences. You can also be part of this exciting research community. The course is for graduates with a BSc in life sciences, psychology or anthropology.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Full time: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your 24-week research project comprises the major element of the course. You'll receive supervision from an expert academic researcher in the field. Compulsory modules include: The Biological Study of Behaviour, MRes Project, Research Skills and Principles for the Biosciences.

Career pathways

Graduates from our programme have gone on to competitive PhD studentships, as well as jobs in research and in zoos.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: any biological or behavioural science discipline, including anthropology, psychology and linguistics or an MBBS/BDS degree This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study. Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all sub-skills.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 30,700 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/4825f/#how-to-apply

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