MSc Medical Bioscience

The MSc Medical Bioscience is a holistic course designed to develop theoretical and practical knowledge in cell and molecular biology, clinical microbiology, virology, and pharmacology. It applies this understanding to explore the causes and treatments of a lot of disease processes, including chronic, genetic, and infectious human diseases. Students investigate research areas such as diabetes, obesity, pulmonary hypertension, and Alzheimer's disease.

The programme has a strong emphasis on developing practical laboratory and research skills for professional environments through taught laboratory classes and an extended laboratory-based research project. The first Learning methods are student-centred, they include lectures, seminars, and practicals, supported by the Virtual Learning Environment.

Assessments include unseen examinations, class tests, essays, management reports, case studies, presentations, and group work, fostering transferable skills like problem-solving and critical thinking.