The Roslin Institute

Welcome to the MSc in Animal Biosciences

This exciting MSc aims to provide students with scientific knowledge and practical skills relating to applications of basic animal sciences to veterinary and human medicine, the livestock industry and food security. Students will graduate with a wide experience of techniques in animal biosciences, leading to careers in research, industry, government and other areas.

This programme at the world famous Roslin Institute offers high calibre candidates the opportunity to develop these skills in a range of fields in animal science. The programme is delivered using a blend of lectures, guided practical studies and independent research. Full or partial scholarships may be available (on a competitive basis).

The programme is delivered by international experts from The Roslin Institute and the wider University. You will become part of The Roslin Institute and will attend seminars, lab meetings and other Roslin activities as well as following the formal taught programme.

The programme is open to students with a biological background who are interested in enhancing their skills in the animal biosciences and developing an understanding of animal science research, for example, students with first degrees in veterinary science, biological or biomedical sciences or pharmacology.

The programme commenced in 2011 and enrolments are now open for the second intake for academic year 2012–2013. Please contact roslin.mscstudies@roslin.ed.ac.uk for information.