Develop specialist knowledge and practical skills on this MRes Advanced Biological Sciences degree. Youll build in-depth understanding of your chosen specialism as you conduct a piece of original research, supported by the University of Southampton's expert academics. This degree is great preparation for future PhD research, or for a career in a wide range of industries. Our flexible, research-focused MRes biological sciences course lets you focus on a particular research interest. You can choose to specialise in one of the following- biodiversity, ecology and ecosystem services , biotechnology , developmental biology , microbiology , neuroscience , molecular and cellular bioscience, plant biology , zoology .<br>An MRes differs from a standard MSc in the balance between teaching and research. As an MRes student youll spend more time on the research project and less on the taught part of the course. The taught part of the course will allow you to increase your scientific knowledge in your chosen area and enhance your skills in research, presentation and scientific communication. You'll use your learning as the basis for an original piece of research, with the support of a leading academic in your specialism. Youll also benefit from a wide range of facilities, including a dedicated life sciences laboratory.