Course summary
Study the only postgraduate masters degree in transfusion and transplantation in the UK, created in collaboration with NHSBT. Training at UWE Bristol and NHSBT's facility in Filton, the largest blood centre in Europe, you'll learn from leading experts in practice. Why study MSc Applied Transfusion and Transplantation Science? Transfusion and transplantation services save lives. They provide vital blood, stem cell and organ donations for patients with serious illnesses, alongside specialist testing for hospital and out-patients. Due to a national shortage in these services, transfusion and transplant specialists are in high demand. Our MSc in Applied Transfusion and Transplantation Science aims to tackle this shortage. Why UWE Bristol? We're the only university in the UK to offer an MSc Applied Transfusion and Transplantation Science in conjunction with NHS Blood and Transplant. The course addresses a knowledge and skills gap, fulfilling an urgent need to offer postgraduate study with experiential learning to develop advanced specialists. This master's is endorsed by the International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT), a society of global transfusion medicine professionals, committed to enhancing transfusion practice. The content is not limited to scientific staff in post but would suit recent graduates looking to advance your knowledge in transfusion and transplantation and interested in research and development. Where can it take me? If you're a healthcare employee in the NHS or abroad, our MSc Applied Transfusion and Transplantation Science can support your career development in scientific, research or management roles. The course also suits biomedical and other healthcare or life science graduates. You can choose from study options including standalone CPD modules, and study full or parttime with short, blended teaching blocks that fit around a busy schedule. We look forward to welcoming you to our inclusive degree, accessible from your workplace and offering some flexibility to help balance your commitments.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through various formative and summative methods, delivered through UWE Bristol's partnership with NHSBT. Due to the practice-based nature of the course, teaching will also be delivered and assessed through laboratory practicals. We will also test your learning and communication skills through oral presentation, reflective portfolios and written exams. The extended project will lead to submission of a project dissertation and viva.
Entry requirements
We're unable to accept applications from international/EU students who require a Student Route visa. This course is run in partnership with NHS Blood and Transplant. When submitting an application for this course, it will be reviewed by a member of the NHS Blood and Transplant team. Applicants will normally have one of the following: An undergraduate degree (at least 2:2, or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Qualifications and/or relevant experience (and the ability to study at MSc Level) deemed equivalent by the Programme Leader. If you do not meet the above grade requirements but have at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/or equivalent qualifications, we will consider you on an individual basis. When writing your personal statement you should include whether you have previous transfusion and/or transplantation based experience. This is beneficial, but not essential, and we welcome applications from recent graduates. Relevant subjects: Biomedical Science, Medicine, Human Biology, Healthcare Science qualifications or relevant equivalent experience.
English language requirements
International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*). *The University accepts a large number of UK and international qualifications in place of IELTS. To find details of acceptable tests and the required grades please visit our English Language requirements pages: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications/english-language-requirements If you meet the academic requirements but require additional support to take your language skills to the required level, you may be able to attend one of our pre-sessional English courses. Students who successfully complete the pre-sessional course can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking an IELTS or equivalent. Read more about our Pre-Sessional English Programme: https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/YQ33
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
Bristol, UWE
Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1QY