Molecular Biophysics MRes
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New for 2008, an intensive one-year programme offering in-depth practical biophysics research, complemented by taught courses in molecular biophysics and biology. The MRes is run by the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics, a pioneering centre for research and training.Why choose this programme?
- A tradition of excellence – The Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics was established by Sir John Randall, who produced the famous studies of the structure of DNA by Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins.
- Experience interdisciplinary research – Work within our truly interdisciplinary environment, which features extensive collaborations with colleagues in the Divisions of Asthma, Allergy and Lung Biology, Cancer Studies, Cardiovascular, and Developmental Neurobiology. We operate at the interface between health, biomedical and physical sciences, developing new techniques for application in biology and medicine.
- First class environment and facilities – The Randall Division occupies new laboratories on the Guy’s Campus, with over 100 staff and students working in six research groups.
- Enhance your career - Biophysics is a growing discipline in which exciting new discoveries are continually transforming the ways in which it is possible to study the inner workings of biological systems. As this knowledge grows, so does the need for skilled biophysicists to work in biotechnology and medicine.
***Also available at King's is a complementary MRes programme - Bio, Nano & X-ray Photonics - run by the Department of Physics in collaboration with the Randall Division. Students registered for either of these programmes may choose to undertake their research project within the Department of Physics or at the Randall.***
Key facts
Qualification: MRes
Run by: the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics, School of Biomedical & Health Sciences and the Department of Physics, School of Physical Sciences & Engineering
Duration: One year full time
Location: Guy’s Campus
Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 first degree in physics, chemistry or a biomedical science with a substantial biophysics or biophysical chemistry component.
English language requirements: Standard (see more...)
Programme structure and assessment: A laboratory-based research project accounts for 75 per cent of the programme. Students can choose from a wide range of topics. Assessment is by a 15,000-word dissertation, seminar and oral examination. The taught component accounts for the remaining 25 per cent that includes an examination in January (8 per cent of final mark) and assessment of practical classes.
Career prospects: This programme provides an excellent foundation for students wishing to undertake PhD studies, or to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, cancer research, medicine, scientific administration within research councils or scientific publishing.
Tuition fees 2008: FT (Home/EU) £5000; FT (Overseas) £14500 (more on fees and funding).
Bursaries: Suitably qualified students registering for this programme in 2008 will be eligible to receive a King’s Graduate School Innovation Bursary. There are two bursaries available for this programme, each worth £2500 to the student. They will be awarded in open competition. Please state in Section 6 of the application form if you would like to be considered for a bursary.
Run by: the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics, School of Biomedical & Health Sciences and the Department of Physics, School of Physical Sciences & Engineering
Duration: One year full time
Location: Guy’s Campus
Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 first degree in physics, chemistry or a biomedical science with a substantial biophysics or biophysical chemistry component.
English language requirements: Standard (see more...)
Programme structure and assessment: A laboratory-based research project accounts for 75 per cent of the programme. Students can choose from a wide range of topics. Assessment is by a 15,000-word dissertation, seminar and oral examination. The taught component accounts for the remaining 25 per cent that includes an examination in January (8 per cent of final mark) and assessment of practical classes.
Career prospects: This programme provides an excellent foundation for students wishing to undertake PhD studies, or to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, cancer research, medicine, scientific administration within research councils or scientific publishing.
Tuition fees 2008: FT (Home/EU) £5000; FT (Overseas) £14500 (more on fees and funding).
Bursaries: Suitably qualified students registering for this programme in 2008 will be eligible to receive a King’s Graduate School Innovation Bursary. There are two bursaries available for this programme, each worth £2500 to the student. They will be awarded in open competition. Please state in Section 6 of the application form if you would like to be considered for a bursary.
Contact us
Programme Director: Dr Mark Sanderson
Tel: 020 7848 6403 (office) / 6404 (lab)
Email: mark.sanderson@kcl.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: 30 August
Tel: 020 7848 6403 (office) / 6404 (lab)
Email: mark.sanderson@kcl.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: 30 August