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Translational Medicine: Interdisciplinary Biomedical Technologies MSc

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Biomedical technologies have developed vastly in recent years, with the advance of new technologies in the context of genomics, systems biology and other ‘omics’ technologies, which have become an important counterpart to the well-established structure based technologies. Demand for these technologies will increase with the establishment of new biomarkers and the possibility of personalised medicine. This postgraduate level programme offers broad interdisciplinary training addressing these technologies in an exciting framework covering the clinical challenges in the biomarker field.

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Course fact file

Type of Course: Continuing professional development, taught

Study Options: Full time

Duration: 1 Year Full-time

Start date: September 2013

Contact

For further information please contact:

Professor Ulrich Guenther

e: u.l.gunther@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 8361

Dr Peter Searle

e: p.f.searle@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 4487

Course details

Details

This innovative Masters course offers an introduction to the technologies required to develop drugs and biomarkers in a personalised medicine context. The programme is uniquely designed to link bench and bedside through the inclusion of clinical and basic science.

The programme aims to allow you to understand the research processes involved in current biomedical research, focusing on technologies to develop drugs and biomarkers in a translational medicine context. A key part will be the planning, execution and reporting of an independent research project chosen by the student after discussion with their allocated supervisor, leading to the submission of a Master’s dissertation.

Why study this course

This course:

builds on a broad range of expertise in the School of Cancer Sciences, a clinical trials infrastructure, and close links between the University of Birmingham, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and other regional hospitals on the clinical side
will give you an understanding of the new ‘omics’ technologies in a systems biology context, along with well-established methods in drug discovery
is unique in combining biomedical technologies with a broad spectrum of lectures taught by clinical scientists displaying the needs and challenges in today’s Translational Medicine
is taught by experts in their field within the University of Birmingham and prestigious regional hospitals will highlight research in cutting-edge laboratories in the University of Birmingham
will give you an opportunity to develop the research skills required to compete in a rapidly developing international biomedical sector.

Modules

Year 1

The taught component will comprise of core modules covering:

Clinical challenges in biomedical research
Proteomics, Metabolomics, and Genetics
Molecular approaches to drug development
Epidemiology and statistics, along with basic computational modelling
Translational research in a clinical trials context
A dissertation in a student chosen project.

This is the module list for 2013, but the programme continues to evolve and you should check the website regularly for any changes for next year.

Fees and funding

2013/14 course fees

UK/EU students

Full-time MSc - £7050

Non UK/EU students

Full-time overseas fee: £18,550

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Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree at 2.1 level or equivalent and at least a grade B in GCSE maths. If you do not meet these requirements you may still be eligible, subject to the successful completion of a probationary period. Overseas candidates must meet the University’s English Language requirements eg, IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in any band).

International students:

Academic requirements

We accept a range of qualifications, our country pages show you what qualifications we accept from your country.

English language requirements

You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways:

by holding an English language qualification to the right level
by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students

English to IELTS 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component) or TOEFL Internet based 95 overall with no less than 22 in any band.

How to apply

When clicking on the Apply Now button you will be directed to an application specifically designed for the programme you wish to apply for where you will create an account with the University application system and submit your application and supporting documents online. Further information regarding how to apply online can be found on the How to apply pages

Contact

For further information please contact:

Professor Ulrich Guenther

e: u.l.gunther@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 8361

Dr Peter Searle

e: p.f.searle@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 4487

Learning and teaching

As a Birmingham student, you will be joining the academic elite and will have the privilege of learning from world-leading experts, as well as your peers. From the outset you will be encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner. We want you to be challenged and will encourage you to think for yourself.

You will have access to a comprehensive support system that will assist and encourage you, including personal tutors and welfare tutors who can help with both academic and welfare issues.

Assessment methods

Unseen examinations
essays, oral presentations
computer-based exercises

Contact

For further information please contact:

Professor Ulrich Guenther

e: u.l.gunther@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 8361

Dr Peter Searle

e: p.f.searle@bham.ac.uk

t: +44 (0)121 414 4487

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Employability

This programme covers a broad spectrum and opens avenues for careers in Biomedical Sciences, the Biotech industry, the industry of manufacturers of analytical instruments, clinical laboratories and clinicians interested in moving towards a scientific career. This masters programme offers training in a broad range of relevant and state-of-the-art technologies in a context of medical challenges. We expect graduates to move into PhDs and also to build careers in industry or in the context of clinical trials.

Careers Support for Postgraduates

Careers Network – We can help you get ahead in the job market and develop your career.

We recognise that as a postgraduate student you are likely to have specific requirements when it comes to planning for your next career step. Employers expect postgraduates to have a range of skills that exceed their subject knowledge. Careers Network offers a range of events and support services that are designed for all students, including postgraduates looking to find their niche in the job market.

Here are just a few ways in which we can help postgraduates to get ahead:

Careers Networking opportunities
Effective careers strategy toolkit
Year planner for all postgraduate students
Masters Career Coaching Workshops
One to one careers guidance

The Careers Network also have subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each College so you can be assured the information you receive will be relevant to your subject area. They also have a dedicated careers website for international students where you can find useful resources and information.

“We have hired some fantastic Birmingham graduates and postgraduates in the past, and believe that they have the experience and intelligence to understand the challenges of working with Procter and Gamble.”

In an independent survey, over 75% of employers regarded a postgraduate Masters-level qualification as ‘essential’ or ‘preferred’ when recruiting.

‘Talent Fishing: What Businesses want from Postgraduate’ A CIHE Report for Department of Business Innovation and Skills, March 2011.

For more information visit the Careers Network website.