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Master of Research [Biosciences] From Cardiff University

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Master of Research (Biosciences)

STEM Course

1 year

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Medicine,

Biomedical Studies

Master of Research in Biosciences at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
The MRes helps to improve student's research skills and may enable them to undertake a research project in the laboratory of an internationally-renowned scientist.
The research organization is centered on four divisions. Each is led by a leading researcher running dynamic research programs:
- Molecular biosciences
- Neuroscience
- Organisms and environment
- Biomedicine
The program consists of two stages:
- Stage 1 is taken between September and January.
- Stage 2 takes place between February and September.
Students complete taught modules totaling 60 credits, which can lead to the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Biosciences.
Students must complete a practical project (100 credits).
All students will be expected to take part in an interview, either face-to-face or via Skype.
The student-faculty ratio of the program is 25:1.
The program’s overall aims are to provide postgraduates and individuals from industry, from both home and overseas, with the opportunity to undertake research training at two distinct academic levels.

Important Dates

University allocates places on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are recommended to apply as early as possible.

Tuition Fees

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	£12260
Food	£3199
Total Cost	£15459

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree at level 2:2 (or higher) in a relevant biological, biomedical, or bio-molecular science subject.
Applications will also be considered from candidates who have a minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial experience who only wish to undertake Stage 1 of the Programme (Postgraduate Certificate).
Students must be qualified in IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE to get admission in this program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Students will need successful completion of a relevant bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, with grades of approximately 55%-60% to qualify for the postgraduate courses.
Some schools will also require the successful completion of a relevant master's program from a recognized institution.
The Indian Standard XII English qualification from the following examination boards are accepted with a minimum score of 70%:
- Andhra Pradesh/Telangana Board of Intermediate Education
- Central/Goa Board of Secondary Education
- Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, ICSE / ISC
- Government of Kerala Board of Higher Secondary Examination
- Government of Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education
- Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal
- Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education
- Gujarat/Punjab/ Rajasthan/Bihar/Meghalaya Board of School Education
- Board of High School and Intermediate Education Uttar Pradesh
- National Institute of Open Schooling.

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

42 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

302 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE updated

Required Document List

The Documents required are:

Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career oppoertunities for the students are:

Research associate
Chemists
Medical doctor
Microbiologist
Biomedical scientist
Laboratory technicians.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Cardiff Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship	Scholarship per student£ 2,485/Yr$2,485	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship	Scholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Monica Cole Research Grant	Scholarship per student£ 1,291/Yr$1,291	Level Of StudyApprenticeship	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
1st Formations Business Scholarship	Scholarship per student£ 800/Yr$800	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details