Course summary
The Mechanisms and Therapy in Infection and Inflammation MSc is a dynamic Master’s programme, in which you will combine hands-on practical experience in modern biomedical techniques with theoretical knowledge, delivered by a range of teaching approaches. The programme is designed to provide students with an extensive understanding of infection and inflammation, where the teaching of core immunological concepts will complement a detailed focus on the pathogenesis, prevention and treatment of globally relevant and emerging infectious diseases such as HIV, COVID-19 and tuberculosis. In addition, it will cover inflammatory conditions that pose significant health challenges worldwide, such as cardio- and cerebrovascular disease. In addition to the taught modules, students on this programme will undertake a research project on a title of their choice in an area of infection and inflammation. Projects are supervised by world-leading researchers based in Brunel University’s Centre for Inflammation and Translational Medicine (CIRTM). Not only will students generate, analyse and interpret their own research data, but they will also be imbedded within an active research team, gaining valuable experience of a research-intensive environment, learning from senior researchers, attending lab meetings and weekly research seminars by visiting expert speakers. At Brunel, we recognise that strong practical skills in all fields of biomedical sciences are important to employers. For this reason, we have a large practical element to the course. You will gain experience of different modern laboratory techniques and consider the legislative and ethical aspects linked to the discipline. You will learn computational skills and be trained in critical analyses of the molecular problems leading to human disease and how to identify intervention opportunities. In addition, you’ll receive training in statistics and bioinformatics, which are fundamental to the biomedicine sector. In our 'Scientific Communication' module, you’ll learn how to disseminate scientific information. Your writing skills will be developed to target a diverse range of audiences, from medical practitioners through to the general public. You'll learn to write your research findings in both academic and journalistic styles - skills that will be invaluable in a range of biomedical careers. write your research findings in an academic style and a journalistic style - skills which will be invaluable in a range of biomedical careers.
Modules
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Entry requirements
A 2.2 (or above) UK Honours degree in the field of Biosciences. Other qualifications including equivalent internationally recognised qualification or relevant experience from health professionals (e.g. doctors, nurses, MLSOs) will be assessed on an individual basis and a request for completion of an online biological test in molecular and cell biology may be required. Applicants with a third class honours degree or other lower qualifications will be considered if supported by science A-levels (or equivalent) and relevant work experience. Such applicants may be required to attend an interview.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no less than 6 in each subsection |
Institution's Own Test | with no less than 60% in each subsection | |
PTE Academic | 58 | with no less than 51 in each subsection |
Brunel University London - English Language Requirements
https://www.brunel.ac.uk/international/English-Language-Requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
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Provider information
Brunel University London
Kingston Lane
Uxbridge
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