Modules

Research Strategies and Innovation in Biomedical Sciences This module aims to develop an understanding of all aspects of project management strategies used in innovation and the Biotech sector. Enable students to analyse and present biological data using appropriate statistical software packages. Analytical and Diagnostic Techniques This module is designed to enable students to develop a detailed understanding of a diverse group of modern analytical methods that are used extensively in Biomedical Science across disciplines.  To be able to critically evaluate issues related to these techniques, including method validation and be able to appraise the benefits and limitations of these techniques. To critically examine and evaluate the development, principles, strategies and applications of contemporary diagnostic systems utilised within the field of biomedical sciences. ​Molecular & Cellular Basis of Health and Disease The module is designed to enable the student to provide a contemporary view of the current developments in cell and molecular biology and their role in health and disease. Immunology of Human Diseases This module is designed to provide a comprehensive knowledge of immunology and foster an awareness of current developments in the field. To provide an understanding of the immune response as an integrated system and its control mechanisms. To provide an appreciation of the role of immunology in areas of biomedical research and in the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Recent Advances in Biomedical Science This module aims to encourage students to foster a systematic, holistic and evaluative approach in developing understanding of the significance of multidisciplinary research into a range of biomedically-important physiological and/or pathological conditions. Specialism Review and critically evaluate current advances and research in a range of selected topics within your chosen specialism discipline. Project and Career Planning The aim of this module is to enable students to design and develop an advanced specialist project in their discipline to enhance their own and/or others’ learning, work, or practice, and to evaluate their own knowledge, skills, interests and ambitions to create their own personal career development plan. Project The aim of this module is to enable students to work independently to investigate an area in their discipline relevant to their own learning, work, or practice, and to present and discuss their findings, demonstrating a systematic understanding and critical awareness of their discipline and area of professional practice. We offer a broad range of project types including empirical research projects, enterprise/innovation projects (e.g., business planning or consultancy), or product/intervention design.​

Assessment method

Our programme and modules are designed to offer opportunities for formative tasks and feedback to help build confidence and develop your ability to evaluate your own progress. Our assessment tasks enable you to develop and demonstrate the higher-level cognitive skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The programme includes a range of assessment methods, including: Unseen examinations Essays Practical based laboratory exercises Laboratory reports Case studies Journal club presentations Oral viva voce interviews Poster presentation Case study presentation Abstract writing and journal article reviews Time limited examinations are seen as an end of module check on student academic attainment in certain modules where a detailed understanding of contemporary scientific thinking, often research led, is deemed to be an essential currency. We carefully plan our assessment schedule to avoid excessive bunching of similar types of assessment, and realistic deadlines. Every assessment includes a detailed briefing and clearly defined marking criteria, which have been developed and tested in partnership with students​.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Biomedical Science, Institute of