Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Overview
The Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes is a postgraduate program that explores the biological study of behaviour and the central questions related to evolution and human behaviour research. This program is suitable for graduates with a BSc in the life sciences, psychology, anthropology, or qualified or intercalating MBBS or BDS students.
What You'll Learn
The course includes training in research approaches relevant to the area of evolution and human behaviour. Students will select a set of three complementary modules, which may include:
- Comparative Cognition
- Sensory Systems
- The Biological Basis of Psychiatric Illness and its Treatment Students will also train in general research principles and other professional and key skills.
How You'll Learn
Delivery and teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Group work Assessment methods depend on the modules chosen but may include:
- Case study
- Computer assessment
- Essay
- Lab exercise
- Professional skills assessments
- Oral examination
- Oral presentation
- PC examination
- Practical lab report
- Poster
- Report
- Reflective log
- Written examination
- Written exercise
Your Development
This program will help students develop a range of research and practical laboratory skills, preparing them for a career in scientific research in academia and industry.
Your Future
The Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes can be a pathway for a career in scientific research in academia and industry. It is also excellent preparation for a PhD. Graduates from the Faculty of Medical Sciences MRes at Newcastle have undertaken a wide range of roles, including:
- Project manager
- Research associate
- Associate consultant
- Senior analysts
- Research scientist
- Marie Curie early stage researcher
- Clinical research associate
- Medical information and patient safety executive
- Medical writer
- Medical doctor
- Research laboratory technician
- Sales representative
- Immunology development manager
Quality and Ranking
Newcastle University is recognized for its research excellence, with 42% of its research classified as 4* world-leading. The university is ranked among the top 140 globally and is known for its strong research power.
Facilities
The Faculty of Medical Sciences is located on the university's city-centre campus, which is also home to the Royal Victoria Infirmary hospital. The faculty has individual research laboratories, a dedicated medical library, hi-tech computer clusters, and study spaces, as well as facilities for a range of bioscience applications.
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Evolution and Human Behaviour MRes are:
- Home students: £12,500 per year
- International students: £30,700 per year The university offers a range of scholarships, including a 25% discount for EU students without settled or pre-settled status.
Entry Requirements
The program requires a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject. Practical laboratory work experience is desirable but not essential. International students must meet the university's English language requirements.
How to Apply
Applications are made through the university's online application portal. International students must apply at least two months before the course starts and may need to pay a deposit of £1,500 or submit an official letter of sponsorship. Some students may require an ATAS clearance certificate.