Location:

Egham, United Kingdom

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Cell & Molecular Biology

Program Overview

Program Description:

MSc Biological Sciences Research: This programme is ideally suitable both for graduates who would like to undertake original research without committing themselves to a three-year PhD, and to students who want to gain a research-based Masters before embarking on a PhD. There is a minor taught element, with classes covering a wide range of research-related topics. The major element is a research project carried out under supervision. Biological-Sciences/Research/ for detailed information concerning staff expertise and research interests. Enquiries to the Course Director, Dr Paul Bright, (p.bright@rhul.ac.uk) are welcomed. MSc Computational Biology for Genomics & Proteomics: Taught in collaboration with the Computer Science Department, this programme is suitable for students with either a Biological Science or Computer Science background. It consists of: introductory programming or introductory molecular biology (depending on the student’s background); computer learning; functional genomics; databases; proteomics; computational biology; transferable skills sessions; and a one-term practical project, including a poster and oral presentation.