Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in:

a life science or related discipline
or an MBBS/BDS degree

This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study.

Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Newcastle University is an internationally-recognised centre of excellence in mitochondrial research. Our MRes is for graduates with a BSc in life or other sciences. It is also suitable for intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students.

Overview

You'll develop your own bespoke course with our broad range of taught modules. You'll then complete a 24-week research project.

Our teaching is research-informed. Course content changes to reflect developments in:

the discipline
the requirements of external bodies and partners
student feedback

Mitochondrial biology and medicine is a competitive research area. Your studies will be centred around academia. You'll also have an opportunity to access industry experience in some cases.

What you'll learn

You'll study subject-specific content in mitochondrial biology and medicine research. The main topics covered include:

Mitochondria in cellular metabolism
Mitochondrial genetics and gene expression
Mitochondrial cell biology
Clinical aspects of mitochondrial diseases in adults and children
Therapeutic prospects for mitochondrial diseases

You'll add to these modules from a broad range of complementary options. You'll also have training in general research principles, professional and key skills.

Your 24-week research project comprises the major element of the course. You'll receive supervision from an expert academic researcher in the field.

Watch our introduction to MRes Research Project