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Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes

Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes

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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

Evolutionary Biology Behavioural Biology

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Our MRes explores the biological study of behaviour and the central questions related to evolution and human behaviour research.

Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes is for graduates with a BSc in:

  • the life sciences
  • psychology
  • anthropology

Qualified or intercalating MBBS or BDS students can also apply.

You'll develop your own bespoke course with our broad range of taught modules. You'll then have a 24-week research project in evolution and human behaviour research.

Research is the foundation of our teaching. Course content changes to reflect:

  • developments in the discipline
  • the requirements of external bodies and partners
  • student feedback

You'll study in a competitive research area. You'll work in academia but also have opportunities in industry.

Careers

Graduates from the Faculty of Medical Sciences MRes at Newcastle have undertaken a wide range of roles. This includes:

  • project manager
  • research associate
  • associate consultant
  • senior analysts
  • research scientist
  • Marie Curie early stage researcher
  • clinical research associate
  • medical information and patient safety executive
  • medical writer
  • medical doctor
  • research laboratory technician
  • sales representative
  • immunology development manager

Modules

The aims of the module are to: Allow students to undertake a general training in research methods and management within a first class research environment involving an appropriate project exploring one or more aspects of biosciences, health sciences and/or behavioural sciences; To allow intercalating students to experience medical research first hand; Within these aims, the students will experience a range of cutting-edge research within biosciences, health sciences and/or behavioural sciences either in the University, in another higher education institution or in Industry. To enable students to make informed choices about their further career development either medicine, science or business. To enable students to develop a range of professional and key skills, which will enable them to engage in teaching and/or research at an advanced level in higher education or in a senior professional capacity in other fields of employment.

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

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