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This MSc was previously known as Carbon Finance, but has been renamed to better reflect the content of the programme.
The challenge of responding and adapting to climate change will drive trillions of...Read more
The biodiversity of the marine environment is of enormous importance to humans as a resource for food, pharmaceuticals and ecosystem services. The Schools Centre for Marine Biodiversity and Biotechnology...Read more
This 12 month (20 month part time) programme of study offers training in your chosen discipline through original investigative research. The nature of the research project is specified by the team offering...Read more
MSc Degree and Postgraduate Diploma Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Plants
The MSc in Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Plants is a one-year Masters course run jointly by the University of Edinburgh and RBGE. The programme focuses on understanding the diversity of the world of plants...Read more
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This course links both the theory and practice of economics with that of natural ecosystems. The programme aims to give students the opportunity to learn about the role that economics...Read more
The details provided are based on restrictions related to Covid-19 being removed. Should restrictions remain in place, changes to the delivery of the programme may be required. An update will be provided...Read more
Applied Mathematical Sciences with Mathematical Biology, Ecology and Medicine MSc
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Since the 1990s Heriot-Watt University has had an internationally renowned research group in Mathematical Biology, Ecology and Medicine. This group includes Jonathan Sherratt, Andy White and...Read more
Our course is the first course in Scotland to be accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
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The greatest challenge facing conservation biologists today is...Read more
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This programme aims to introduce students to the concepts of soil for the 21st century and is suitable for students wishing to pursue a career in land-based management or environmental protection. ...Read more
Bioinformatics is about the application of computer-based approaches to understanding biological processes. Our programme will introduce you to the current methods used to interpret the vast amounts of...Read more
The Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences course carry outs a broad range of research in photonic physics, engineering photonics and quantum sciences. We encourage a cross-fertilisation of ideas...Read more
Our internationally recognised course will prepare you for a fulfilling career as a biomedical scientist
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This course is designed to enable you pursue a career as a biomedical scientist in a...Read more
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In the absence of subsidy, the EU poultry sector relies on highly efficient production systems, with successful companies often using sophisticated technologies. This is reflected in...Read more
The revolution in genetic mapping technology and the advent of whole genome sequences have turned quantitative genetics into one of the fastest growing areas of biology.Based in the internationally renowned...Read more
The Institute of Chemical Sciences (ICS) performs research across a broad range of chemistry, including both fundamental studies, and applied and interdisciplinary work with impact on current societal challenges. ...Read more
Our course is unique in Europe; it combines biomedicine and pharmaceutical science.
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If youre interested in a career in the fascinating and challenging world of drug design, this is the course...Read more
Changing demographics and growing demand for food, fuel and agricultural and environmental sustainability are among the key challenges the world faces today.In this MSc you will learn research and development...Read more
Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering MSc
The Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering (IB3) is focused on applying advances in the chemical, physical, and engineering sciences to enable and enhance life science research. ...Read more
Develop specialised knowledge in this course which is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining.
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Offered only at selected universities in Scotland at Masters Level, this...Read more
We offer an opportunity to train in one of the newest areas of biology: the application of engineering principles to the understanding and design of biological networks. This new approach promises solutions...Read more