Science and Health

Overview
Have you enjoyed undertaking research during your degree? Are you thinking about doctoral (PhD) study or a career in a STEM business, industry or academia? If so, our postgraduate Master's in Research (MRes) course will be a great start for you.

Its aim is to provide two key ingredients for early-career researchers – transferable research skills and expertise in your chosen subject. You'll undertake an original project with experienced supervisors, and join the day-to-day life of a research group.

You'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to be an effective researcher, and prepare a publication-quality manuscript, grant application and conference presentation.

You can start this course in September or January (full time only in January).

What you'll experience
On this course, you'll:

• Learn research preparation skills such as personal effectiveness, research management, professional skills, networking, research organisation, science communication and impact

• Complete an extended scientific laboratory- or fieldwork-based research project

• Be supported by enthusiastic and qualified staff, who will help you develop advanced research skills

• Use our specialist laboratories, equipment and instruments

• Graduate with the skills and abilities needed for a career as a professional researcher

Careers and opportunities
You'll graduate from the MRes Science degree course with strong research and transferable skills for doctoral study or STEM posts in industry and business.

What can you do with a Science degree?
Career opportunities include:

• PhD study

• Research assistant

• Laboratory management

• Science communication

• Specialist STEM research

• Wider R&D sector jobs

We'll provide you with as much support as possible in finding employment after your course, including through industrial contact, careers events, recruitment fairs and expert sector-specific advice.

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