Overview

This Plant Biology programme from University College Cork is a full-time course running over 12 months from the date of first registration for the programme. Applications will be accepted for a start date in October or January. The course consists of (a) a major research thesis and (b) taught modules on generic and transferable skills, with an emphasis on scientific writing, oral presentations, and general research skills. Note part-time study for this MRes course is not available.

Skills and Careers Information

Studying for an MRes Plant Biology at UCC will teach you key practical skills including team-work, negotiation, time-management, scientific writing and oral communication. All these skills are highly valued by employers today. You will also be well placed to apply for a PhD in UCC or beyond.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ecological Applications of Geographical Information Systems

Quantitative Skills for Biologists using R

Frontiers in Biology

Research Skills in Biology

Food Production

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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63

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140

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Applicants must have at least a 2.1 in a relevant discipline and must contact the proposed MRes supervisor to discuss and agree on a research proposal before their application. In addition, applicants will be interviewed by the proposed supervisor and Head of Discipline prior to their application via UCC Apply.

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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

11600 EUR / year

≈ 11600 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

4900 EUR / year

≈ 4900 EUR / year

Living costs

Cork

Ireland

860 - 1400 EUR / month

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Funding

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