Biomedical Sciences MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Overview
This course is designed for students who wish to study the biological basis of disease, pathological processes, diagnostic investigation and therapeutic intervention without necessarily wishing to follow a career as a Health Professions Council-registered Biomedical Scientist working within hospital laboratories.
The course assumes an undergraduate degree in a related subject such as biological sciences or biochemistry. A distinctive aspect of the course is the inclusion of a number of pharmacology modules, as a useful addition to the knowledge base of biomedical science students.
This course is suitable for both UK and non-UK graduates. The University of Brighton has excellent support systems for international students.
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
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Course content
Course structure
The course is structured around five compulsory modules providing the basis in biomedical sciences and the essential background in research methods needed to complete the research project. These are supplemented by option modules (choose 4) that are chosen according to the needs and interests of individual students.
Topics in Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacology, and Research Methods each begin with an intensive workshop week. These both occur at the start of the course in September ensuring that students get a good grounding of masters-level biomedical science and pharmacology knowledge, as well as a good start in their research methods module, providing a firm foundation for the initial planning stage of their project work. The modules are completed in extensive mode over the rest of the semester. The project runs throughout the programme. Students carry out a critical literature review from September to Easter, followed by an approximately six-month period of laboratory-based work and completion of a research project dissertation.
Areas of study
The aims of the programme are to:
* impart a knowledge and understanding of the role of molecular, cellular and organ level biological processes in the initiation and development of disease processes
* provide the student with an appreciation of how intervention in these biological mechanisms may lead to cure or amelioration of the disease
* enable students to develop and apply knowledge and skills in a specialised area of the biomedical sciences
* enable students to develop expertise in reflective practice, quality control and research in a biomedical laboratory setting
* enable students to improve their critical appraisal skills through examination of current issues in biomedical science and healthcare and to communicate their findings appropriately
* encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning, and to create a basis for lifelong learning and development
* equip students for careers as biomedical scientists in areas such as the diagnostics, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries and academia.
Syllabus
Core modules
Topics in Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacology
Cell Pathology and Special Topics in Pathobiology
Applied Molecular Biology
Research Methods
ProjectOptions
Diabetes Mellitus
Oxidative Stress and Human Disease
Pharmacogenomics
Clinical Microbiology
Clinical and Applied Immunology
Neuroscience
Blood Sciences
Medical Genetics
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
Diet and Disease
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
individual offers may varyFor non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.5 overall, no component below 6.0.Degree and/or experience:
BSc or equivalent in biomedical science, biological science or related discipline (2:2 or better, or equivalent). -
Location
Location
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Career opportunities
This masters programme prepares students for careers in the biomedical sciences in areas such as the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, in academia, for example after completion of a PhD, or in the private or public health services as a biomedical scientist.
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.
To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.
Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Biomedical Sciences (MSc) (Full time) [P3BH006] UK/EU (Full Time) 6,120 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,538 GBP International (Full Time) 13,626 GBP -
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You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.
Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.5 overall, no component below 6.0.Degree and/or experience:
BSc or equivalent in biomedical science, biological science or related discipline (2:2 or better, or equivalent).
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