MRes Animal Behaviour

at University of Sussex

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Research Foundations

Spring and summer teaching

• MRes Research Project in Evolution, Behaviour or Conservation

Degree requirements    

Bachelors degree with a minimum overall mark of at least 50-65% depending on your university.

Subject-specific requirements    

Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as biology, ecology, zoology or conservation. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

Please note    

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

English language requirements

• IELTS (Academic): Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

Home students: £11,275 per year for full-time students

Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £11,275 per year for full-time students

International students: £22,975 per year for full-time students

Our MRes gives you the skills and understanding to carry out scientific research in your chosen area of study. It will place you in a strong position to move on to a PhD in animal behaviour or a research career in associated areas.