Pathology Informatics and Business Application (PgCert) - Distance Learning

Master

In Belfast City

£ 4,000 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Belfast city (Northern Ireland)

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • 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.   

Facilities

Location

Start date

Belfast City (County Antrim)
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University Road, BT7 1NN

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

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 Teaching

At 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

Career Prospects The main objective of this course will be to produce high calibre candidates who can thrive in the academic, health care delivery or bio-industry sectors. Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability, while innovative leadership and executive programmes alongside sterling integration with business experts helps our students gain key leadership positions both nationally and internationally. Find out more

Pathology Informatics and Business Application (PgCert) - Distance Learning

£ 4,000 + VAT