4.3 (89) Read 86 reviews
Featured byUniversity of Essex
Overview
As a research student in the Biological Sciences programme at the University of Essex, you’ll work at the heart of our internationally acknowledged and well-connected research community. We offer world-class supervision and training opportunities, and encourage you to engage with other researchers, professionals, practitioners and research users, where possible for example using the generous funding from Proficio to attend conferences and training courses.
Specialist facilities
Our School provides a comprehensive range of facilities for modern, multi-disciplinary, biological research which include:
- a next-generation genome sequencing facility
- a high-performance computing cluster with 368 CPUs, 5.4 Tb of RAM and 700 Tb of storage for analyses of large biological data sets
- an advanced bioimaging suite to visualise and process images of biological processes in real time
- an X-ray Crystallography and Macromolecular Interactions facility for the biophysical characterisation of proteins and other macromolecules
- aquaria, mesocosms and other facilities for ecology and behaviour studies
- advanced bioimaging suite to visualise and analyse images of biological processes in real time
- a range of facilities for cell and microbial culture, and a greenhouse and plant / algal growth rooms
- fully automated laboratories with robotic liquid handling systems and equipment for cell culture, molecular biology and gene editing
A dedicated study room allows all our postgraduate research students to have access to a desk and a computer outside of the research laboratories. This provides a focal point for our postgraduates, facilitating reading and writing as well as good communication and a sense of community.
Your future
Many of our postgraduates choose to continue their scientific research by taking up postdoctoral positions at Universities and research institutes in the UK and overseas. Some go on to work in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, while others go on to work with governmental and non-governmental organisations and environmental agencies.
Programme Structure
Research areas
- Biophysics
- Biochemistry
- Cell and molecular biology
- Molecular medicine
- Environmental microbiology
- Photosynthesis
- Plant productivity
- Ecology
- Marine and environmental science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Microbiology Genetics View 199 other Masters in Genetics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need a good honours degree or a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential.
- You will normally be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.
Tuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
19740 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19740 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
5630 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5630 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Colchester
660 - 1140 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Improve page content