MRes Biomedical Sciences

at University of Glasgow

Core Courses

• Higher Skills In Biomedical Sciences
• Mres Biomedical Sciences Project 1
• Mres Biomedical Sciences Project 2
• Presentation Skills In The Biomedical Sciences
• The Molecular Genetics Of Disease
• Specialisms
   

Students Can Qualify To Have A Specialism Added To Their Degree Title By Undertaking Both Of Their Projects In The Same Area Of Research.
 

Near The End Of The Programme They Are Asked What Specialism They Think They Qualify For Based On Their Projects And The Programme Lead Makes A Decision On This.
 

The Specialisms Are:

• Anatomy
• Biotechnology
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular Science
• Cell Engineering
• Molecular Genetics
• Medical Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
• Neuroscience
   

A 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience and 2:2 applicants with a strong subject specific expertise may also be considered.
 

English language requirements
 

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
 

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Common equivalent English language qualifications
 

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
 

TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)

• 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

PTE (Academic or Academic Online)

• 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) 

• 176 overall, no subtest less than 169

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months, combined scores from 2 tests sat within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)

• 65%.

• Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
   

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

• Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
   

Alternatives to English Language qualification

• Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)

• Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country

• Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country

• Masters degree from English speaking country

• Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country.

MRes
 

UK

• Full-time fee: £10050
   

International & EU

• Full-time fee: £27930

Equipped with knowledge, understanding and practical skills, progress your career as a Biomedical Scientist or as a basis to pursue a PhD within the life sciences or medical sciences.
 

Previous students have gained employment within:

• PhD positions
• Contract Research Organisations
• Clinical Sciences
• Research Development Management
• Medical Writing
• Pharmaceutical and Biotechnical Industries