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  • DeadlineStudy Details: 2 years Part-time

Masters Degree Description

This new masters programme aims to produce graduates who can address the skills shortage in the UK life sciences industry. The North West of England is a growth region for life sciences and this programme will create graduates who are up-to-date with advances in new technologies relevant to the sector.

The programme was developed in consultation with representatives from the Biopharma and Biomedical sector. These representatives will be involved in programme delivery, offering industry-focused lectures, discussing career progression and opportunities with students.

Entry Requirements

a minimum 2.1 BSc Honours degree in Biomedical Science or another related biological sciences degree
or

alternative nationally recognised higher qualifications with significant, relevant work experience
or

an international qualification that equates to UK requirements

Fees

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Student Destinations

The School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences has an excellent employability record, which is fundamental to our close relationship with industry. The Bioscience and Biopharma sector is a global industry and Biomedical Sciences graduates will be well equipped to contribute to this sector anywhere in the world.

We expect graduates to progress into roles in diagnostics, research & development, quality assurance, production. Some, on the other hand, will further their academic career by progressing to a PhD.

Module Details

Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.

Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.

Core modules

Medical Genetics
20 credits
Advanced Biotechniques
20 credits
Cell Technology
20 credits
Diagnostics and Therapeutics
20 credits
Current Issues in Biomedical Sciences
20 credits
Biomolecular Research Skills and Data Analysis
20 credits

Optional modules

Research Project
60 credits
Placement Project
60 credits

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