Overview

Key Features

Students benefit from training courses provided by the University aimed at developing key skills in research. Under the guidance and advice of their academic supervisors, students can develop their ability to effectively communicate their research and thesis.

Beyond learning how to conduct research and the specialist skills that students are expected to develop within their subject discipline, the process of studying for a research degree can provide transferable skills in problem-solving, time management, independent and team work, and communication.

How You Study

Due to the nature of postgraduate research programmes, the majority of time is spent in independent study and research. Students in the MSc by Research in Biology at University of Lincoln will have meetings with their academic supervisor, but the frequency of these will vary depending on individual requirements, subject area, staff availability, and stage of Biology at University of Lincoln.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research within the School of Life Sciences is conducted within five research groups.

The Animal Behaviour, Cognition, and Welfare Research Group comprises a unique team of internationally-renowned researchers working at the forefront of, and interface between, animal behaviour, cognition, health, and welfare. The Evolution and Ecology Group works to understand the evolution and ecology of populations, species, and communities across all levels of biological organisation, from genes through to ecosystems.

Theory

Research
Biology

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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General requirements

First or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18800 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10700 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time:

Home: £2,415 per year
International: £8,850 per year

Living costs

Lincoln

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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Funding

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