Biomedical Science (research placement) MSci

Master

In Brighton

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    4 Years

At Sussex, you develop the knowledge and practical skills to tackle human diagnosis, disease and treatment.
You learn from a range of experts – from those at the forefront of genetics research into cancer treatments to NHS Trust and Brighton and Sussex Medical School faculty.
You gain continued exposure to world-leading research through paid research placements during the summer holidays.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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Sussex House, BN1 9RH

Start date

On request

About this course

Recent Life Sciences graduates have taken up a range of roles, including:
analytical scientist, Bioventics
clinical trials intern, Medpace
medical laboratory assistant, NHS.

You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade B in each (or grade 5 in the new grading scale).

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Biomedical Science
  • Biomedical
  • Medical training
  • Medical
  • Human Physiology
  • Human Disease
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biological Chemistry
  • Cell Biology
  • Pharmacology

Course programme

Year 1 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Academic Skills in Life Sciences
  • Human Physiology
  • Introduction to Human Disease
  • Molecular Biology
Spring teaching
  • Biological Chemistry
  • Cell Biology
  • Introduction to Metabolism and Pharmacology
  • Research Methods in Biochemistry
Summer vacation
  • Life Sciences Research Placement 1
Year 2 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Cell Regulation and Cancer
  • Genetics and Genomics
  • Haematology and Anatomy
  • Structural Basis of Biological Function
Spring teaching
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Combating Disease
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Virology
Student abroad or Placement

Study abroad (optional)

Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.

Research placements

You can apply for a summer research placement in Years 1, 2 and 3 of your degree. You’ll work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the work of a School of Life Sciences research group.

It’s a stimulating intellectual challenge, and excellent practical experience for a future research career. You’ll also receive funding to cover your living expenses during any placements you take.

Year 3 at sussex

Options

Autumn teaching
  • Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
  • Immunology in Health and Disease
  • Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Experimental)
  • Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Literature)
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Neuronal Transduction and Transmission
  • Regulating the Transcriptome
Spring teaching
  • Advanced Human Virology and Bacteriology
  • Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer
  • Genomics and Bioinformatics
  • Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
  • Molecular Pharmacology
  • Neuronal Plasticity and Gene Regulation
  • Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression
  • Protein Form and Function
  • Structure and Function in the Brain
Year 4 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Advanced Methods in Molecular Research
  • Life Sciences Master of Science Research Proposal
Spring teaching
  • Life Sciences MSci research project
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
  • Fundamentals of Cancer Cell Biology
  • Immunology in Health and Disease
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Neuronal Transduction and Transmission
  • Regulating the Transcriptome



Additional information

International students Fee :  £19,200 per year

Biomedical Science (research placement) MSci

£ 9,250 VAT inc.