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MSc by Research Molecular Biophysics

MSc by Research Molecular Biophysics

Different course options

Full time | Preston Campus 1 | 1 year | SEP

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Biophysics

Course Summary

An MSc (by Research) is the perfect qualification to take your first steps into research. You'll gain qualitative and/or quantitative research skills. These will be essential when you complete independent research projects. If you are aiming to study for a PhD, the MSc (by Research) will prepare you for study at PhD level. You will also gain subject-specific research skills for professional development purposes.
You'll demonstrate an understanding of research methods suitable to your chosen field. You'll undertake an approved programme of supervised research and it gets assessed via a thesis and a viva voce (oral examination).

The groups focus is on understanding structure function relationships of amphiphilic bioactive molecules and the design of new biomaterials. The group is multidisciplinary and draws on a range of specialisms including, biology, (cell biology and microbiology), chemistry (biochemistry, synthetic chemistry), physics (biophysics, nano physics) and computational modelling to: Investigate the mode of action of helical peptides and other bioactive amphiphilic molecules and to identify their molecular target(s) Undertake structure-activity studies to improve the antimicrobial activity and oncolytic properties of amphiphilic, membrane interactive compounds Develop computational methods for the identification and assessment of key functional characteristics of amphiphilic molecules with medical applications.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,900

Entry requirements

A recognised UK first degree, second class honours or above or equivalent qualification.

University information

The University of Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate learning today. The university’s main campus is located in Preston, Lancashire – a small yet thriving city which was recently named the best city in the north west of England to live and work (Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index, 2024). The university has a student and staff community of around 42,000 people from more than...more