Biochemistry and Biosciences

This Biochemistry and Biosciences degree offered by the University College Cork is the first scientific, research-intensive MRes course of its kind in Ireland. If you are a highly-motivated, enthusiastic student with an interest in research, this is the ideal platform for you to explore your interests, alongside our team of internationally-recognised researchers.

This Biochemistry and Biosciences program at University College Cork is designed to give our students a research-intensive experience but at a degree level lower than a PhD. Taught modules are focused on generic and transferable research skills, rather than discipline-specific knowledge. There is an emphasis on data analysis, interpretation, problem-solving, and time- and project management. You will also develop skills in presenting and writing science, posing a research question, and developing a research proposal. Students completing this MRes programmme will be competitive to secure funding, obtain a PhD position or enter directly into employment within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors.

Our students also have the opportunity to collaborate with selected research groups within the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Ultimately the MRes program at UCC is designed to give you the best start for your scientific research career.

Research Project and Dissertation

The largest component of the MRes degree is the research project and you will select or design a project, together with your supervisor, and begin your research in Week 2. This project work will comprise the foundations of your MRes dissertation.

Courses include:

• Technical and Professional Skills Training for Employment in the BioPharma Workplace

• Cell and Molecular Biology

• Scientific Outreach and Communication

• Business Research Skills

• English for PG Studies - Upper-Intermediate: B2+

• English for PG Studies - Lower Advanced: C1