Nanomedicine, MSc / PGDip / PGCert
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Nanomedicine sits at the intersection of nanotechnology, biology, engineering and medicine, and a growing awareness of its practical applications has led to an increased demand for professionals in a range of industries including healthcare and pharmaceuticals, materials science and manufacturing, energy and sustainability, and environmental and agricultural tech. Based in the £22m Centre for Nanohealth (CNH), you will tackle nano-enabled innovation in molecular medicine, drug development, advanced drug delivery and imaging/diagnostics. The curriculum has a strong focus on regenerative medicine (incorporating biomaterials) and non(geno) toxicology, bolstered by expertise from the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and culminating in a multidisciplinary laboratory-based research project.
Perfect for graduates of cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology, pharmacy, medical engineering and physics, with aspirations to apply their knowledge to the medical and life science fields. Our degree will equip you with the skillset to build a rewarding career that contributes to the advancements that nanotechnology is bringing to a range of industries including healthcare, biotech, pharmaceuticals and regulatory sectors.
Key highlights
- Based in the £22m Centre for Nanohealth
- Covers molecular medicine, drug development, advanced drug delivery and diagnostics
- Strong focus on regenerative medicine, including biomaterials
- Specialist teaching in nano(geno)toxicology
- Expertise drawn from the Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Culminates in a multidisciplinary laboratory-based research project
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — 2:2
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Nanomedicine research scientist
- Drug delivery scientist
- Pharmaceutical research and development scientist
- Biomaterials scientist
- Toxicologist
- Regulatory affairs specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,150 per year | International: £22,750 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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