Reproductive and Developmental Biology

Postgraduate

In London

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The programme is also available as a full MSc.The Reproductive and Developmental Biology programme is available as:

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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South Kensington Campus, SW7 2AZ

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

The Reproductive and Developmental Biology programme is available as: 5-month full-time PG Certificate (PG Cert) a full Master's degree (MSc) (12 months full-time) The aim of the PG Certificate is to provide an opportunity for scientists and clinicians to specialise in reproductive and developmental biology. The primary focus is on the basic sciences, and their application to selected clinical aspects of the subject. It provides a sound training for a further career in scientific research or as a foundation to the MSc course. It may also provide a more scientific perspective to anyone working within a more clinical field.

All applicants must apply online. You can usually apply for up to two courses, although your second choice will only be considered if your first-choice application is unsuccessful. Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but popular courses close when they are full, so you should apply early to avoid disappointment. There may also be funding deadlines that apply to you. You will need to upload documents with your applications, which may include transcripts and degree...

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Biology
  • Developmental Biology
  • IT Development

Course programme

Topics shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

Course content

The main topics of the course are:

  • Development of the female and male reproductive systems
  • Endocrinology – activation of the gonads and regulation of gametogenesis
  • Fertilisation and early embryo development
  • Pregnancy
  • Development and stem cell biology

From October to February you will attend taught topics that include 10–12 lectures per week.

During this time, you will be expected to complete four essays of 2,500 words. The marks of the coursework assessments together contribute 67% to your final result.

You will undertake two three-hour written examinations (one in January and one in March), which together contribute 33% to the final result.

Reproductive and Developmental Biology

Price on request