Molecular Medicine MSc
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
Course previously titled Molecular Bioscience MSc. The University of Northampton’s Molecular Medicine MSc is aimed at individuals with prior knowledge of, or keen interest in, molecular medicine, genetics and genomics, and through our supportive environment you will develop your knowledge and understanding of key aspects of molecular medicine. You will have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your own interests through a selection of relevant modules.
The Molecular Medicine MSc programme supports you to develop your knowledge and understanding and is aimed at individuals with prior knowledge of, or keen interest in, molecular medicine and genetics and genomics. Areas of focus include immunological cancers, diagnosis and mechanisms of bacterial infections and antimicrobial resistance, the pathology of neuromuscular disorders, neurological and neurodegenerative disease and the role of bioenergetics in health and disease. Whether you wish to follow an applied career in bioscience or go on to further study at PhD level, this molecular medicine programme gives you the skills, qualification and insight to follow your dreams.
Key highlights
- Tailor your studies through a selection of relevant optional modules
- Covers immunological cancers and diagnosis of bacterial infections
- Explores antimicrobial resistance and mechanisms of bacterial infection
- Examines neuromuscular, neurological and neurodegenerative disease pathology
- Studies the role of bioenergetics in health and disease
- Prepares you for applied bioscience careers or PhD study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include Biological Science; or above
Scholarships
Alumni PGCE Bursary Award
This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.
Up to £500Chevening Scholarships
Sir John Lowther Scholarship
The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Biomedical Scientist
- Research Scientist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Genetic Technologist
- Laboratory Scientist
- PhD Researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £8,700 per year | International: £19,000 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 University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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