University of Derby
Molecular Medicine MSc
University of Derby

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h Kedleston Road
  • Sep 1, 2023 Part-time - 2 years
  • On campus - h Kedleston Road
  • Sep 1, 2023 Full-time - 1 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

This course enables you to gain a stand-alone research qualification or bridge the gap between an undergraduate degree and a PhD whilst raising your profile as a confident and independent researcher.

Our MRes Molecular Medicine will help you to develop the key skills you will need for a research career, and allow you to put these into practice when you develop and conduct your own research project. Studying a masters degree in Molecular Medicine at Derby will:

  • Develop you into a confident, independent researcher by teaching you essential research skills
  • Enable you to plan, execute, and evaluate your own biological research
  • Give you a stand-alone research qualification or bridge the gap between an undergraduate degree and PhD
  • Allow you to study full-time or part-time to support your other commitments
  • Provide you with the opportunity to conduct a substantial research project within your field of interest and under expert supervision

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Molecular Medicine, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Molecular Medicine MSc

EU £14700 year 1
England UK £7850 year 1
Northern Ireland £7850 year 1
Scotland £7850 year 1
Wales £7850 year 1
International £14700 year 1
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of University of Derby in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of Derby

The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.

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Student composition of University of Derby

Total number of students enrolled at University of Derby by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
13155
postgraduates:
2515
Total:
15670
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Kedleston Road
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