Overview

During the Medicine MRes degree offered by the University of Leeds we will provide you with training and opportunities to develop as a scientist or scientifically literate clinician, resulting in a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and techniques relevant to medical research.

key facts

MRes students frequently use the experience gained as a springboard to a PhD, a career in industry, or a clinical academic position.

Research stands at the forefront of science to prevent illness, develop therapies and improve human health. At Leeds, our ambition is to drive forward research to make impactful changes on both local and international levels.

Course highlights

Be part of a major international centre for research and education.

Take on a nine-month research project to develop your specialised knowledge.

Choose from a range of research opportunities including:

applied health

cancer and pathology

cardiovascular

genes and development

medical education

musculoskeletal topics.

Grow and refine your skills and knowledge to improve the lives of others.

Design and undertake a substantial piece of publishable research.

Study in one of our internationally renowned institutes and learn from leading experts in their field.

Self-designed projects are possible.

Gain experience formulating new hypotheses.

Explore the causes and consequences of diseases by conducting rigorous scientific research in a laboratory with patients and patient data.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Research Project in Medicine
Methods in Biomedical Research
Paper Criticism in Medicine
Publication review and dissemination
Applied Qualitative Health Research
Informatics and Data Science in Health Care and Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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General requirements

Applications will be considered from:

Non-graduates who have successfully completed three years of a UK medical degree (or equivalent), and wish to take the MRes course as an intercalated course.
Applicants with a first class or second class first division degree in a science allied with medicine (including anatomy, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or biomedical science).
Applicants with a MBChB, BChD or BVMS from a UK or EU University graduates with a second class second division science degree normally with appropriate work experience (two years or more) in a health subject area.

This course is also available as an intercalated programme to students who have completed three years of a UK medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. Read more at Intercalation.

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Leeds

United Kingdom

637 - 1103 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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