Generation Research Masters by Research in Biology

Funding: Fully-funded (A tax free annual stipend at the standard UKRI outside London rate, currently £16,062, research costs and tuition fees at UK rate)

Length: 12 months

Open to: UK students only, with a 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area and with widening access eligibility (see below)

Academic Year: 2022/23

Applications are closed

Students thinking about a career in science have many routes available to them, involving further education (PhD), technical roles, the pharmaceutical industry, animal technology, lab and contract management, and grant funding to name just a few. A Masters by Research degree can be a great starting point for these careers, giving a one year hands-on, research-intensive experience. However, access to this degree can be challenging for some individuals due to social or economic constraints. Here we offer a fully-funded opportunity to students with widening access eligibility.

How to apply

Before you apply:

Read the project descriptions below. Think about which options interest you. You will be asked to indicate a preference for one project.

The application form asks for the following information:

PART A: Student details, project choice, special category data (special category data will be used to rank students for interview, but will not be shared with the panel at the interview stage)

PART B: Three short questions on enthusiasm for your subject, motivation for applying, and contextual statement

PART C: Submit CV

If candidates wish to withdraw, please email [email protected]

Applications are closed

How we allocate

Shortlisting will take place as soon as possible after the closing date and successful applicants are normally notified promptly.

Candidate interviews:

Candidates will be selected for an interview based on their widening access eligibility criteria, CV, and answers to PART B.

Interviews will take place July/August.

You'll be notified as soon as possible after the interview dates whether your application has been successful, placed on a reserve list or unsuccessful.