Overview

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.

At the Science and Health course from the University of Portsmouth , you'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to be an effective researcher, and prepare a publication-quality manuscript, grant application and conference presentation.

Highlights

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 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.

Career opportunities include:

PhD study

Research assistant

Laboratory management

Science communication

Specialist STEM research

Wider R&D sector jobs

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Natural Sciences Health Sciences View 932 other Masters in Health Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject. Please check the course details online for information about subject specialisms that can be supported.
You will be required to submit a short research proposal as part of your application.
All applicants will be invited to attend an interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9700 GBP / year

≈ 9700 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time fees/year:

UK students: £3,230 in year 1 and £6,470
International students: £6,200 in year 1 and £12,400

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 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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Scholarships Information

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