Biomedical Sciences
Master
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
12 Months
The MSc Biomedical Sciences programme aims to provide students with a high level of scientific knowledge and understanding of disease processes - from the molecular to the whole body level. You will develop an informed and critical appreciation of recent scientific developments in diagnostic laboratory pathology. and additional specialist knowledge and practical expertise through a research project. By the end of the course, students will be prepared for academic, commercial, industrial and healthcare based career opportunities in biomedical science.
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Entry requirements
* Prospective students must possess a good honours degree (minimum lower 2nd class) in a biological, biomedical, or biochemistry-based subject from a recognised UK university.
* Overseas degrees are also accepted with two valid references. Students, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate a satisfactory command of written and spoken English and an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher overall, but with no component score below a 6.0.
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Programme outline and modules
The course is also an excellent foundation for further studies leading to a PhD.
The programme is based around a core of six compulsory modules and a research project that provide detailed study and practical experience in key areas of biomedical sciences and in the development of professional skills.
The supervised research project will last for four months and be at the level expected for the first year of PhD studies. Project examples include diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases, mechanisms of immunity, studies on key human diseases and extraction of drugs from natural sources.
Learning, teaching & assessment
The course is assessed by a combination of coursework, examinations, practical work and oral and written presentations. The research project will be assessed by a project report, an oral poster presentation and observed laboratory skills.
Career opportunities
The MSc in BMS provides an ideal foundation for entering the pharmaceutical industry, the Scientific Civil Service and is a valuable qualification to apply for a PhD.
It must be emphasised that the course is NOT accredited by an outside organisation; however it may be possible to take top-up modules which lead to BMS accreditation.
Personal development
The transferable skills acquired on this course include written and oral communication skills, team working, report writing, critical analysis and IT skills.
Biomedical Sciences