Vision Research MRes
Postgraduate
In London
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Bath Spa University
Bachelor's degree London / Classroom-based£ 11,600 -
School of Science - Birkbeck University of London
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University of Oxford
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University of Dundee
Master Distance Learning£ 14,000 -
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Master Distance Learning£ 14,520 -
King's College London
Master Distance Learning£ 11,550 -
City College Norwich
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Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
This programme is based at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, which is world renowned for the translation of biomedical research into new therapeutic advances in eye disease. Students will be embedded in the research environment, have the opportunity to conduct an independent research project, and to work alongside world-leading experts.
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About this course
The Vision Research MRes will develop the necessary competitive skills to pursue a research degree at PhD level in the field of biomedical sciences. Graduates will offer prospective employers skills in research development and practice, suitable for further research careers in academia, industry or business.
A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in either medical, biomedical, biological or life sciences, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants with other science degrees or appropriate professional qualifications and/or work experience will also be considered on an individual basis. Overseas students will have to provide evidence of their proficiency in the English language.
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Subjects
- Ocular Immunology
- Ocular Cell Biology
- Epidemiology
- Ocular Disease
- Immunology
- Research in Practice
- Bioscience
- Genetics
- Genetics and Epidemiology
- Vision Research MRes
Course programme
Students will develop key transferable personal and professional skills to independently conduct an extended empirical research project supervised by world-leading experts in the field of vision research. Students will also learn about the fundamental biology of the eye in health and disease, providing key knowledge to support their research project.
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.
The programme consists of two core modules (30 credits), three optional modules (45 credits) and a dissertation (105 credits).
Core modules- Bioscience Research Skills
- Research in Practice
Students choose three of the following:
- Genetics and Epidemiology of Ocular Disease
- Ocular Cell Biology
- Ocular Development in Health and Disease
- Ocular Immunology
All students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 18,000 words.
Teaching and learningThe programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, journal clubs and workshops. Assessment is through essays, oral presentations, problem-based tasks and a research dissertation.
Additional information
Vision Research MRes
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Bath Spa University
Bachelor's degree London / Classroom-based£ 11,600 -
School of Science - Birkbeck University of London
Master Distance LearningPrice on request -
University of Oxford
Master OnlinePrice on request -
University of Dundee
Master Distance Learning£ 14,000 -
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Master Distance Learning£ 14,520 -
King's College London
Master Distance Learning£ 11,550 -
City College Norwich
Course OnlinePrice on request
See all