Comments about MSc Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine - At the institution - Sheffield - South Yorkshire
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Objectives
To train scientists to be able to design, perform and analyse studies that will elucidate the role of stem cell and regenerative medicine and integrated mammalian physiology in human disease. To illustrate the principles of contemporary research using examples of good scientific practice from a variety of biomedical disciplines. To demonstrate the principles, advantages and limitations of key research tools in biomedical science. To foster a commitment to continuing professional development. To prepare scientists for further postgraduate work and/or a professional career in stem cell and regenerative medicine and integrated mammalian physiology and related areas
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements Candidates will normally have a first class Honours degree in a relevant biomedical subject.
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Academic title
MSc Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine
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Course description
Course content
The course offers specific practical training in areas of stem cell biology and integrative mammalian physiology. Students will undertake a research project in one of the laboratories, gaining practical experience and training in research methods in the area of Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine. The research project and associated literature review will also provide training in a range of transferable skills pertinent to future careers in academia or industry.
Course Structure
The course comprises four main elements:
-core research project and literature review (90 credits)
-core critical analysis and ethics and public awareness of science modules (30 credits)
-choice of 2 lecture-based modules (30 credits)
-choice of two laboratory practical-based modules (30 credits)
The literature review and research project would comprise half of the available marks and could be chosen from any of the projects offered from contributing departments including Biomedical Science, Engineering Materials or Computer Science.
Core elements
-Literature Review
-Laboratory Research Project
-Critical Analysis of Current Science
-Ethics and Public Awareness of Science
Choice of two lecture modules (15 credits)
-Integrated Mammalian Biology
-Human embryonic stem culture techniques
-Practical Cell Biology
-Practical Developmental Genetics
-Physiology and Pharmacology
Choice of two practical modules (15 credits)
-Modelling Human Disease
-Stem cell biology
-Tissue Engineering Approaches to Failure in Living Systems
-Modelling and Simulation of Natural Systems
Teaching
-Lectures
-Interactive problem-based learning and tutorials
-Research seminars
-Literature review
-Research project
Assessment
-Taught modules: course work, examinations.
-Practical courses: practical aptitude, coursework, and formal exam
-Literature review: dissertation and oral presentation
-Research project: practical aptitude, dissertation and oral presentation.
