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Bangor University

Bangor , Wales ,United Kingdom

MScRes ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

The MSc by Research (MScRes) is a one-year full-time research programme that differs from a taught Masters programme by placing more emphasis on research, and by being examined much more like a PhD, by viva voce (oral) examination, rather than by grading of coursework and dissertation. This degree will equip you with confidence and competence in the latest research skills (including generic skills such as literature searching, legal and ethical aspects, project planning, grant proposal writing, and statistical manipulation of data) and allow you to apply for further research training (PhD) programmes, or to directly apply for research positions in universities or research institutes.

Specific funded projects leading to this degree may be advertised from time to time, but you are welcome to discuss options at any time with potential supervisors. Details of research specialisms and contact details for staff can be found on the School Research pages. As well as offering strong support for research activities, the School offers unique opportunities for students to conduct project work under internationally recognised supervisors. Students also benefit from our extensive local, national and international links with state and private sector organisations.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Many courses help strengthen career prospects through;

  • Work placements: students are provided with a variety of options for work experience – either within the degree, through University internships or by volunteering.
  • Industry partnerships: Some degrees are run in partnership with the industry such as Teacher Training, Nursing and Social Work.
  • Professional accreditations: to help develop students’ careers, many of the degrees are accredited by professional bodies of global repute, such as IBMS, ACCA, CIMA, CIM, BCS, BPS, IET, ICF, SRA, and NMC.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Research Programmes (MPhil/PhD)
For PhD: Masters degree in a relevant subject. Normally, a Distinction in your Masters degree is a requirement.

For MPhil: First or upper-second class degree in a relevant subject, such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business or Management.

If your native language is not English, you must provide satisfactory evidence that you have an adequate knowledge and understanding of written and spoken English:

IELTS: 7.0 (with no individual score lower than 6.5)
Pearson PTE: 67 (with no individual score lower than 62)
Cambridge English Test – Advanced/Proficiency: 185 (with no individual score lower than 176)


IELTS (SELT or Non-SELT) or IELTS Indicator (tests taken from 1st July onwards)
Bangor Business School - 7.0 (6.5)
Biological Sciences - 6.0 (5.5)
Computer Science - 6.0 (5.5)
Creative Studies & Media - 7.0 (6.5)
MRes - 6.5 (6.0)
Education - 6.5 (6.0)
Electronic Engineering - 6.0 (5.5) - (Writing 6.5)
English Literature - 6.5 (6.0)
Environment, Natural Resources & Geography - 6.5 (6.0)
Healthcare Sciences - 7.0 (7.0)
History, Welsh History & Archaeology - 6.0 (5.5)
Law - 7.0 (6.5)
Linguistics & English Language - 6.0 (5.5)
Medical Sciences - 6.0 (5.5)
Modern Languages - 6.5 (6.0)
Music - 6.5 (6.0)
Ocean Sciences - 6.5 (6.0)
Philosophy and Religion - 7.0 (6.5)
Psychology - 6.5 (6.0)
MRes, Master by Research - 6.5 (6.0)
IMSCAR - 7.0 (6.5)
Social Sciences - 6.5 (6.0)
Sport, Health & Exercise Science - 6.5 (6.0)
Welsh - 6.0 (5.5)

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
  • Duration: 01 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 18000 GBP
    Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
    Application Fee: N/A
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