MRes Animal Behaviour

at Newcastle University

Modules

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Compulsory Modules
 

• The Biological Study of Behaviour
• MRes Project
• Research Skills and Principles for the Biosciences

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.

Fees and funding

Home students Tuition fees (per year)
£10,200

International students Tuition fees (per year)
£25,200

Graduates from our programme have gone on to competitive PhD studentships, as well as jobs in research and in zoos.