MSc MRes

The College of Life Sciences has an international reputation for its outstanding multi-disciplinary environment for postgraduate training and research.

Our aim is to teach, mentor and nurture the next generation of leading life scientists. Our programmes ensure that students receive comprehensive and effective training in scientific research and related skills, from internationally recognised specialists in the field.

GradDip in Human Anatomy
The Graduate Diploma (Overseas) in Human Anatomy degree is an innovative one-year programme of study providing a solid foundation in human gross anatomy, human developmental osteology and comparative osteology.

MSc in Human Anatomy
Developed specifically to provide postgraduate training in human anatomy, the MSc in human anatomy is intended for students graduating from life science and related disciplines who wish to extend their knowledge of anatomy and wish to pursue a career in the anatomical sciences.

MSc in Forensic Facial Identification
Forensic facial identification includes the recognition of victims of crime, missing persons or human remains, and may facilitate the identification, apprehension or conviction of criminals.

MSc in Forensic Art
This unique MSc has been developed in response to the need for a methodical transition from a variety of degrees of undergraduate study to specialist practice within contemporary forensic fields.

MSc in Medical Art
This is a cross-disciplinary programme covering the depiction of anatomy, medical science, pathology and surgery, including medical images, the creation of models and or animations for use in education, media and publishing, as well as two and three-dimensional visualisation for training and research.

MRes in Environmental Biology
As concerns about the environment take a more central place in modern life, research in Environmental Biology is of increasing importance. This MSc provides biologists with the essential techniques and quantitative skills for a career in environmental research.

MRes Environmental Biology Conversion
The MRes is aimed to equip graduates wishing to pursue a career in environmental biology with a high degree of quantitative and molecular skills.

MRes Crops for the Future
This degree is designed to enhance students research and communication skills in the key areas of crop and environmental science that will be required to underpin sustainable agriculture in the 21st century.  The course is suitable for either UK or overseas students who wish to move into this highly topical area of applied biology. It will lay the ideal training foundations for a research career, beginning with entry to PhD research.

MRes in Cancer Biology (joint course with the College of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing)
The MRes Cancer Biology is an innovative research centred degree specifically focused on cancer. It draws on the expertise of the University of Dundee’s internationally - renowned cancer scientists and clinicians. The MRes provides a robust and wide-reaching education in both fundamental and applied cancer biology together with training in laboratory research and associated methodology.