Biomedical Science - MSc
Master
In London
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
On the Biomedical Science MSc, you’ll carry out studies on biomedical science, develop a high level of scientific knowledge and understanding of disease processes and enhance your intellectual development through research projects.
By learning these advanced scientific concepts and improving your understanding of disease processes, you’ll develop an informed and critical appreciation of recent scientific developments in relation to diagnostic laboratory pathology.
Where options are available, we will also help you gain additional specialist knowledge in areas such as ageing, epidemiology and medical genetics.
The research project and dissertation will present you with an opportunity to focus and enhance your intellectual development to a high standard, worthy of the IBMS accreditation.
The London Met team delivering the course have an exceptional research profile, particularly in oncology, molecular medicine, immunology and virology. Specialist guest lecturers will add their own enlightenment and passion to this fascinating subject.
Overall, the Biomedical Science MSc will provide you with an advanced study of biomedical science that will underpin your professional development and progression.
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About this course
a 2.2 UK undergraduate degree in biomedical science, although applications are welcome from other related subjects and will be considered on an individual basis
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), this postgraduate master's course is designed for biology, medicine, biomedical and life sciences graduates who are keen to develop their knowledge in this field. Studying in London, which is renowned for its medical institutions, presents you with ample opportunity for career development.
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Subjects
- IT
- Quality
- Biomedical Science
- Medical
- Medical training
- Transplantation
- Quality Training
- Biomedical
- Immunology
- Pathology
- Genetics
- Project
Course programme
- Advanced Immunology (core, 20 credits)
- Biomedical Diagnostics (core, 20 credits)
- Integrated Pathology (core, 20 credits)
- Research Project (core, 60 credits)
- Scientific Frameworks For Research (core, 20 credits)
- Cancer Immunotherapy (option, 20 credits)
- Clinical Biochemistry (option, 20 credits)
- Ethical Issues in Biomedical Science (option, 20 credits)
- Genetic and Genomic Informatics (option, 20 credits)
- Haematology (option, 20 credits)
- Medical Genetics and Genomics (option, 20 credits)
- Transfusion Science (option, 20 credits)
- You’ll undertake a variety of assessment methods including case studies, literature evaluations, self diagnostic testing, debates, group work, presentations, coursework, essays and cumulative exams.
- Data handling skills are assessed by, practical reports, problem solving exercises, information abstracting and reviewing exercises, poster presentations, exams and seminar presentations.
- Practical skills are summatively assessed through the coursework assignments, including those in the final Research Project module.
Biomedical Science - MSc