Molecular Microbiology at University of Strathclyde - UCAS

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Course summary

First, unlike many MSc courses, we offer you dedicated training in a broad suite of practical laboratory skills. Secondly, this is complemented by two unique classes that develop your transferable skills in statistics, presentations, career development, and ethics, as well as honing your science writing skills and your ability to design experiments and analyse sophisticated datasets. Thirdly, our taught classes capture the excitement of cutting-edge research fields and you'll be taught by active researchers or practising clinical professionals. There is a choice of classes that allows you to select a pathway to suit your future aspirations. The course provides the perfect springboard to future training at PhD level or gives you a range of skills and experience that will prove attractive to employers from industry or the health-care provision sector.

Modules

Essential Skills and Employability for Masters Students; Entrepreneurship; Advanced Topics in Biomedical Research; Advanced Techniques in Biomedical Research 1&2; Postgraduate Studies in Microbiology; Research Project; In Vivo Biology; Drug Discovery; Postgraduate Studies in Clinical Microbiology.

Assessment method

Assessment of taught classes is through multiple choice tests, computer quizzes, problem-solving scenarios, poster and oral presentations, essays, and formal written exams. The laboratory project is assessed through a written thesis.


Entry requirements

Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent in a biological or chemical discipline. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9050 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9050 Year 1
Scotland £9050 Year 1
Wales £9050 Year 1
Channel Islands £9050 Year 1
International £22400 Year 1

Additional fee information

For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.

Sponsorship information

www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/

Molecular Microbiology at University of Strathclyde - UCAS