MSc Biology
Students entering the Biology programme from Maynooth University will be under the supervision of an experienced researcher.
Duration
2 year (Full-time)
3 years (Part-time)
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
€15,000 per year (Full-time)
€4,330 per year (Part-time EU)
Location
Maynooth, Ireland
The programme
Upon entering the Biology programme from Maynooth University each student will be assigned two additional mentors, an Advisor and an Assessor. The Advisor provides additional mentorship for the student throughout the programme and is someone the student can discuss issues with in addition to their supervisor. The Assessor is a member of staff who will provide an annual constructive critique of the students work programme and will aid, together with the Advisor, in outlining possible future research plans.
In addition to the research project, training is provided through compulsory attendance of a variety of generic and transferable skills as well as subject specific modules. For example, the established Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning will provide research students with experience in practical class demonstrating and teaching and learning methodologies. Training in subject specific skills is provided through modules offered either through the Biology Department or through other third level institutions. Finally, research students will be encouraged to attend at least one international conference during their programme, at which they will be expected to present an oral or poster presentation.
Career Options
Career Options include PhD research in academic research labs in Ireland or worldwide, positions in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industries, Teaching, Scientific writing, etc. Modules available for postgraduate students at Maynooth University provide transferrable skills for careers in both academic and industry settings.
Courses Included
- Advanced Immunology
- Immunology
- Professional Certificate in Postgraduate Teaching & Learning: Tutors & Demonstrators
- Innovation and Research Commercialisation
- Research Funding Application
- Applied and Molecular Immunology
- Vaccines and Adjuvants