MRes Medical Genetics

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.
 

• Genetic Medicine
• MRes Project
• Research Skills and Principles for the Biosciences

Academic entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in:
 

• a life science or related discipline
• 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
£10,200

International students
£25,200

Tuition fee increases
If your studies last longer than one year, your tuition fee may increase in line with inflation.

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