Overview

This Biology of Ageing course from University of East Anglia offers an in-depth exploration of the most pressing questions in ageing research, equipping you with essential laboratory skills and cutting-edge experimental approaches. You’ll also develop your ability to interpret scientific data and communicate your findings clearly and effectively. Through problem-based learning, you'll engage with the latest breakthroughs in ageing research, enhancing your ability to critically evaluate and apply new knowledge.

This highly-regarded MSc draws upon the world-renowned strength of research in biology and biomedical sciences across the Norwich Research Park, and the enormous expertise in ageing biology among the researchers of the Norwich Institute of Healthy Ageing. A major component will be performing an independent research project with a research leader of your choice. Importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to work with world-leading investigators not only from UEA, but from across the Research Institutes of the Norwich Research Park and the Norwich Institute of Healthy Ageing.

Career Pathways

Examples of careers that you could enter include:

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Planning and Effective Communication in Science
Infection and Immunity
Problem Based Learning in Biosciences
Evolution in Health and Disease
Frontiers in Biosciences
Biology of Ageing: Evolution, Ecology and Human Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norwich, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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General requirements

UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject - Life or Physical Sciences

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28250 GBP / year

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14450 GBP / year

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Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 GBP / month

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