Entry requirementsThe programme will be open to clinicians, graduate scientists, nurses, and other medical professionals working in a clinical, industrial or academic research environment. Entry to the programme will require a good degree, or degree equivalent, qualification from a recognised academic institution or an appropriate professional qualification or experience.
Academic titleMSc Molecular Pathology and Genomics
Course descriptionMSc
One year full-time, two years part-time
Programme description
This programme combines core teaching of disease mechanisms and molecular technologies, with an emphasis on development of critical and practical skills. It will provide students with the essential knowledge and skills to pursue a research career, either in a clinical or scientific setting, and contribute to the growing need for scientists and clinicians to promote the translation of molecular advances into the clinical situation.
On completion of the course students will:
* Demonstrate a core understanding of human pathology and molecular biology.
* Have an in-depth knowledge of the principles and applications of molecular technologies as applied to human disease.
* Be proficient in experimental design, bioinformatics, data mining and interpretation.
* Demonstrate skills in oral and written presentation and in critical review of the literature.
* Contribute to the research process through experience of a laboratory project placement.
* Understand the ethical framework of the research process.
Programme outline
Core modules include:
* Basic Pathology
* Basic Molecular Biology
* Genomic Approaches to Human Diseases
* Molecular Diagnostics and Therapeutics
* Research Skills and Sciences
* Cancer Prevention and Screening.
* Lab project
* Molrcular Pathology of Solid Tumours
Assessment will be based on written assignments, presentations, continuous assessments, written or MCQ’s examinations, and a full dissertation write-up.