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Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MRes - Master of Research

Subject areas

Animal Psychology / Behaviour Studies

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Our Animal Behaviour MRes explores the exciting and theoretically rigorous area of the biological sciences.

Overview

Our MRes in Animal Behaviour has possible applications in:

conservation

animal welfare

biomedical science

agriculture

The Centre for Behaviour and Evolution at Newcastle University brings together experts in:

behavioural ecology

comparative cognition

neuroethology

animal welfare

What you'll learn

You'll study subject-specific content in animal behaviour research. You'll add to these modules from a broad range of complementary options. The core module asks questions related to animal behaviour research. It also addresses their associated research methods, including:

adaptive consequences

proximate mechanisms

development

evolutionary history

Modules

The aim of the module is to equip students with a framework for research project planning, recording, experimental design, and data management and interpretation to be applied as they progress to individual, specific research projects and academic or industrial research careers in the biosciences. The module is also aimed to contribute to the personal development of students as independent researchers through exposure to and engagement in mechanisms for research dissemination and discussion. The module has been designed to acquaint students with some key principles underlying good practice in biosciences research and to prepare students for critical reflection and ethical decision-making in relation to research in this area.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£29,500

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.

University information

Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the quality of its teaching and research. The university is recognised internationally for its contributions to global problem solving in innovative and creative ways. Newcastle University is a prestigious founding member of the Russell Group association of research-intensive universities in the UK. The university enjoys an outstanding reputation as an institution at which...more