Course description
MRes Cell Biology
The MRes courses are divided into a taught element (60 credit points) and a laboratory-based research project (120 credit points). You will complete the extended research project in one of our highly rated research teams. To support your studies, you have the choice of taught modules from the list.
• Biology of Disease
• Cell Culture and Antibody Technology
• Enzyme Technology and Biocatalysis
• Fermentation Technology
• Microbial Physiology and Genomics
• Molecular Biology and DNA Technology
• Neurobiology and Neuropathology
• Pharmacology
• Special Topics in Molecular Biology
• Business and Bioethics
• Research Methods
Assessment
Taught modules are assessed by a variety of different types of course work including written assignments, oral presentations and poster presentations, and examinations. The Research Project will involve the design, implementation and reporting of a major research task as a thesis and presentation orally and/or as a poster.
Study routes
This course will be delivered through lectures, laboratory classes, demonstrations, computer packages, and project work. We have state-of-the-art lecture, computing, library and laboratory facilities at your disposal.
There will be various support mechanisms to help and advise you, including email contact with all tutors, a virtual learning environment for course information and messages, and pastoral support from our International Coordinator and Postgraduate Courses Administrator. The University offers an induction programme for international students, and English language classes if required.