Biology (research placement) MSci
Master
In Brighton
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Brighton
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Duration
4 Years
At Sussex, you learn from experts who are tackling some of society’s biggest issues, from research into cancer treatments to the declining bee population.
You can choose from a wide range of modules, based on the latest research, to tailor your degree to your interests.
Outside of the laboratory, you can apply your practical skills through fieldwork – we offer amazing field trips to Wales, Portugal, Southern Africa, the Red Sea and Ecuador. This gives you real-world research experience before you graduate.
And through the integrated Masters year and paid summer research placement, you develop advanced research skills and contribute to our world-leading research.
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About this course
Recent Life Sciences graduates have taken up a range of roles, including:
analytical scientist, Bioventics
clinical trials intern, Medpace
medical laboratory assistant, NHS.
You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade B in each (or grade 5 in the new grading scale).
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Subjects
- Biology
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Zoology
- Project
- Genomics
- Conservation
- Biodiversity
- Neuroscience
- Ecology and Zoology
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Regulation
- Animal Behavioural
Course programme
Autumn teaching
- Academic Skills in Life Sciences
- Introduction to Evolution and Biodiversity
- Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
- Neuroscience and Behaviour
- Research Methods for Biology, Ecology and Zoology
- Biology Research Placement 1
Autumn teaching
- How Bodies Work
- Molecular Biology
- The Cellular and Molecular Basis of Life
- Cell Biology
- Marine Biology and Ecology Field Course
At Sussex, you can choose to customise your course to build the sort of degree that will give you the knowledge, skills and experience that could take you in any direction you choose.
Year 2 at sussex
OptionsAutumn teaching
- Animal Behavioural Ecology
- Cell Regulation and Cancer
- Conservation Biology I
- Genetics and Genomics
- Plant Physiology and Ecology
- Principles of Neuroscience
- Structural Basis of Biological Function
- Comparative Animal Physiology and Morphology
- Computing for Life Sciences
- Conservation Biology II
- Developmental Biology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Mediterranean Ecology and Behaviour Field Course
- Neural Circuits
At Sussex, you can choose to customise your course to build the sort of degree that will give you the knowledge, skills and experience that could take you in any direction you choose.
Student abroad or PlacementStudy abroad (optional)
Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.
Research placementsEach summer throughout your degree you can apply to for a research placement, based in the Biology subject area in the School of Life Sciences. You’ll work on cutting-edge projects that contribute to the work of the research group you’re placed with.
It’s the ideal opportunity to hone your research skills, and take the first steps toward a research-based career. You’ll receive funding to cover your living expenses during your placement.
Year 3 at sussex
OptionsAutumn teaching
- Animal-Plant Interactions
- Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
- Coral Reef Ecology Field Course
- Intelligence in Animals and Machines
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Experimental)
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Literature)
- Molecular Genetics
- Neuronal Transduction and Transmission
- Palaeozoology of Dinosaurs and Megafauna
- Regulating the Transcriptome
- Social Insects
- Tropical Rainforest Science (Field trip Ecuador)
- Advanced Topics in Evolutionary Biology
- African Zoology Field Course
- Conflict & Cooperation in Social Groups
- Conservation in Practice
- Evolution of Communication: from animal signals to human speech
- Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Neuronal Plasticity and Gene Regulation
- Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression
- Protein Form and Function
- Sensory Function and Computation
- Structure and Function in the Brain
- Tropical Rainforests: Biogeography and Conservation
Autumn teaching
- Research Foundations
- Masters Research Project (45 credits)
Autumn teaching
- Animal-Plant Interactions
- Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
- Coral Reef Ecology Field Course
- Current Topics in Evolution, Behaviour and Conservation
- Intelligence in Animals and Machines
- Masters Tropical Rainforest Field Course
- Molecular Genetics
- Neuronal Transduction and Transmission
- Palaeozoology (Level 7)
- Regulating the Transcriptome
- Rewilding and Ecosystem Services
- Social Insects
- Advanced Topics in Evolutionary Biology (Masters)
- Conflict & Cooperation in Social Groups
- Evolution of Communication: from animal signals to human speech
- Field Biology and Conservation Skills
- Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
- Masters African Zoology Field Course
- Masters Mediterranean Ecology and Behaviour Field Course
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Neuronal Plasticity and Gene Regulation
- Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression
- Protein Form and Function
- Sensory Function and Computation
- Structure and Function in the Brain
- Tropical Rainforests: Biogeography and Conservation
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Biology (research placement) MSci