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MSc Biomedical Science
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Objectives
The programme aims to upgrade the knowledge and skills of students in clinical and laboratory aspects of modern biomedical science. By the end of the course students will -be familiar with the advanced skills required for both hospital pathology services and research in pharmaceutical or academic environments -have a better awareness of the overlap between the various disciplines -be conversant with recent developments in the field of biomedical science
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements:A minimum 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent qualification) and a basic grounding in two or more clinical disciplines from medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, cell pathology and haematology. Applicants with non-standard qualifications may apply, as appropriate experience will be taken into account during the selection process. An English language score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 is required of international students whose first language is not English.
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Academic title
MSc Biomedical Science
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Course description
COURSE CONTENT
Academic staff from the Department of Biological Sciences and clinical staff from local hospitals teach this programme. Students are allocated a personal tutor and have contact with researchers working in the biomedical field.
The first and second semesters make up the taught element of the programme and add up to 120 credits, which constitute the postgraduate diploma stage. Successful completion of the 60-credit laboratory project in the third Semester leads to the award of the MSc degree.
CORE MODULES
Semester 1
-Research Skills and Case Studies Semester 2
-Advanced Regulation of Gene Expression
-Communication Skills in the Biosciences
Semester 3
-Research project with submission of thesis based on the equivalent of six months of original research on a chosen aspect of biomedical science
OPTIONAL MODULES
Semester 1 – a choice of modules from
-Clinical Chemistry
-Haematology
-Cellular Pathology
-Medical Microbiology
-Advanced Techniques
-Applications of Genetic Manipulation
Semester 2 – a choice of modules from
-Choice of two lecture modules from the following:
-Health Services and their Management
-Advanced Antimicrobial Agents
-Applications of Biomedical Science to the Treatment of Disease: Research-Led Clinical Practice
ASSESSMENT
Assessment consists of short reports, written examinations, continual assessment, practical assessments and oral presentations.
SPECIAL FEATURES
The department’s facilities include a wide range of instrumentation, up-to-date equipment to carry out genome analysis and cellular processes and a network of computers with access to the internet and online information services.
Some research projects may be undertaken in a clinical laboratory.
International students may be eligible for a faculty International Science Scholarship on application.
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