Evolution and Behaviour

at University of Sheffield

MRes modules

Core modules:

• Research Project
• Literature Review
• Scientific Skills and Project Management
• Science Communication for Researchers

A 2:1 BSc honours degree, or equivalent, in biology or a closely related quantitative subject. In addition, you should be able to demonstrate evidence of aptitude and enthusiasm for research eg an undergraduate research project.
 

Entry requirements for international students
 

Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

• Home (annual fee) : £13,000
   
• Overseas (annual fee) : £28,500
   

The fee listed is for the advertised mode of study. If you're studying for an alternative qualification or via a different mode of study (eg full-time, part-time) then the fee could be different. Due to inflation, the fee for Home students could also increase after your first year of study.

This degree provides an ideal springboard for a research career in your chosen field, including crop and soil science, evolutionary and behavioural research, genomics and related technologies and ecological and environmental research. Past students have gone on to study for PhDs, as well as taking up positions in government science, environmental consultancy and industry.