Biological Sciences

MRes EVOLUTION AND GENOMICS

Key details 

MRES EVOLUTION AND GENOMICS

Start Year
2023
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Master of Research
Duration (years)
1

Assessment for Year 1

Assessment is varied and comprises essays, literature reviews, analytical assignments, conduct during research, research reports and oral presentations.

Each module contains several items of summative assessment proceeded by formative work. You complete formative assessments early in all four modules and receive extensive feedback as soon as possible thereafter, so that you are able to act on this when submitting the related summative work.

Feedback can also take the form of oral discussion and explanation in journal clubs, group meetings, or individual feedback from supervisors, or research team members. Grid-based proformas that provide students with a profile of their individual performance will be employed so that you can see where they have done well and where improvement is required in specific areas. You are also invited to learn through providing and receiving anonymous feedback from peers through online tools (e.g. Turningpoint, DIaNa).

The results from the Research Project will be written up in a final Dissertation. 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
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Assessment for Year 1

Assessment is varied and comprises essays, literature reviews, analytical assignments, conduct during research, research reports and oral presentations.

Each module contains several items of summative assessment proceeded by formative work. You complete formative assessments early in all four modules and receive extensive feedback as soon as possible thereafter, so that you are able to act on this when submitting the related summative work.

Feedback can also take the form of oral discussion and explanation in journal clubs, group meetings, or individual feedback from supervisors, or research team members. Grid-based proformas that provide students with a profile of their individual performance will be employed so that you can see where they have done well and where improvement is required in specific areas. You are also invited to learn through providing and receiving anonymous feedback from peers through online tools (e.g. Turningpoint, DIaNa).

The results from the Research Project will be written up in a final Dissertation. 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Entry Requirements

Degree classification

Bachelors degree - 2.1 equivalent

Degree subject

Biology, Biomedicine or Biochemistry

Students for whom english is a foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English or those whose degree was not taught in English. To ensure such students benefit fully from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. We also will require a certain standard to be achieved on the written element of the test. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:

  • IELTS: 7.0 (minimum 7.0 in all component)

  • PTE: 76 (minimum 76 in all components)

All scores must be less than two years old.

Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: Accepted English Language Tests

INTO UEA also run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk

Intakes

This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.
 
Course Reference Number: 6884154

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2023/24 are:

  • UK Students: £12,250 - includes £1000 bench fee (full time) 

  • International Students: £23,500 (full time)

We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month. 

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.

Scholarships and Bursaries 

The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates. 

Course related costs

Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs. 

  

Course Reference Number: 6884154

How to Apply

Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.

You can apply online.

FURTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying please do contact us:

Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk

International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.

Course Reference Number: 6884154
Key details
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Master of Research
Duration (years)
1
This MRes in Evolution and Genomics is a one-year postgraduate programme that provides students with extensive conceptual understanding and diverse practical experience in evolutionary biology and genomics. The unique, world-leading expertise available across the Norwich Research Park including UEA, will provide you with excellent training in all aspects of modern evolutionary studies, including genomics and phenomics, from experimental design to bioinformatics, and spanning field and laboratory systems.The course covers a wide range of topics, including experimental design, bioinformatics, and field and laboratory research. You’ll also have the opportunity to work on an independent research project with a research leader of their choice. Upon completion of the course, you’ll be well-qualified for PhD programmes in evolution and genomics, as well as for careers in industry, government, and non-government organizations.
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