Overview

The Life Sciences Masters by Research programs from the University of Dundee allows you to work alongside our world renowned experts from the School of Life Sciences and gain a 'real research' experience.

You will have the opportunity to select a research project from a variety of thematic areas of research.

These are:

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Artificial Intelligence
Cancer
Drug Discovery
Immunotherapy and immunology;
Neurodegeneration
Microbiology
Stem cell biology
Developmental biology
Biochemistry
Structural Biology
Cell Signalling
Molecular and Cell Biology
Gene expression
Computational biology
Plant Biology
Agritech

You will be part of our collaborative working environment and have access to outstanding shared facilities such as microscopy and proteomics.

Throughout your year, you will develop an advanced level of knowledge on your topic of interest as well as the ability to perform independent research in the topic area.

Alongside basic science training in experimental design, data handling and research ethics, we will help you to develop skills in critical assessment and communication.

This will be supported by workshops in scientific writing, presentation skills, ethics, laboratory safety, statistics, public engagement and optional applied bioinformatics.

Careers

Our MSc by Research course allows you to develop your technical ability for research as a stepping stone to embark on a PhD programme, or for a subsequent career in academic or industrial research.

Even if you decide that a career in research is not for you, the many transferrable skills you gain and a qualification in a STEM based subject will make you very desirable to potential employers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Agritech and plant sciences

Computational biology

Cell signalling

Developmental and stem cell biology

Drug discovery

Gene regulation and expression

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Natural Sciences Ecology View 51 other Masters in Natural Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your degree should be in biological, biochemical, or biomedical sciences or a related discipline. You may also apply if you are able to demonstrate appropriate professional experience.

Additional documents you will need:

Two letters of reference
Letter of motivation

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Dundee

787 - 1494 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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General requirements

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