Pathology Informatics and Business Application (PgCert) - Distance Learning
Master
In Belfast City
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Belfast city (Northern Ireland)
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Overview: Molecular Pathology (MP) is a rapidly growing discipline in 21st century medicine. It integrates genomics and bioinformatics with modern pathology to underpin molecular diagnostics, theranostics as well as clinical trials delivery within the academic, health services and industry sectors in an era of precision medicine. This Certificate is an exciting, innovative distance learning programme aimed to enhance the participant’s theoretical knowledge and practical skills in MP and to empower them to pursue a career in academia, healthcare or industry. The course has a strong focus on innovation and entrepreneurship; emphasising MP’s central role in molecular diagnostics, clinical trials and biotech/biopharma.
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About this course
A minimum 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a relevant biological subject is required. Evidence of equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered on an individual basis. Intercalating students are encouraged, see our Intercalated section for more details. Applicants may be required to undertake an interview. INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: For information on international qualification equivalents please select Your Country from the...
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Subjects
- Pathology
- Industry
- Teaching
- Bioinformatics
- Innovation
Course programme
Course Details
Candidates will complete three modules which will be available ‘online’ as distance learning modules.
(1) Digital Molecular Pathology (20 CATs)
(2) Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (20 CATs)
(3) Academia/Industry Interface (20 CATs)
Assessment & Feedback
Assessment is by a combination of oral presentations and written assignments.
Learning and TeachingAt Queen’s, we aim to deliver a high quality learning environment that embeds intellectual curiosity, innovation and best practice in learning, teaching and student support to enable student to achieve their full academic potential.
This course is delivered as a distance learning programme. Teaching is delivered online utilising a bespoke virtual learning environment.
This programme is delivered by Distance Learning during the second semester between February and June.
Additional information
Pathology Informatics and Business Application (PgCert) - Distance Learning