MRes Evolution: From the Galapagos to the 21st Century at University of Southampton

This course is not open to applicants for 2026 entry. Discover mechanisms of evolution, and its impact on modern life, on this Master’s course at the University of Southampton. You'll learn core skills in research, design, and project management as you conduct your own innovative research on evolution.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Department: Biological sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this full-time Master’s course, you’ll study for 12 months. You’ll work on an extended research project throughout the year and submit your dissertation in August. You’ll also study the taught part of the course from September to May (semesters 1 and 2).

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including forestry commission, BBC, wildlife charities, museums, schools, colleges. Careers directly related to the course include evolutionary biologist, conservation scientist, researcher, wildlife biologist, geneticist, curator, environmental consultant, ecologist.

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