Course summary

Gain the knowledge, research and practical experience to work at the forefront of modern medicine on this integrated MSci Medical Science with Professional Experience course. Focus on the science that underpins medicine, and how medical science can lead to new ways of diagnosing and treating disease. This course covers topics such as biomedical laboratory research and frontline clinical care in order to improve patients’ lives. This course flexibility allows you to explore a variety of topics, ranging from molecular, genetic and cellular levels through to diagnostics, treatments and interventions. You will learn to learn about a wide range of diagnostic equipment used to detect and monitor diseases, assess injuries, and evaluate overall health. You will have the opportunity to explore a range of diseases and their treatments, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, pathological infections and neurological disorders – all of which present major challenges to global health. The MSci follows the standard undergraduate curriculum but with an additional year of study and a master's level qualification. With a strong emphasis on research and practical, this flexible course explores a wide variety of topics. You will undertake an Advanced Research Project during your final year, working alongside academics on cutting-edge medical research. Between your second and third year, you will have the opportunity to carry out a year-long industrial placement. Students in previous years have worked at Diamond Light Source, Public Health England, GSK, and Covance. You can also choose to spend a year abroad, typically carrying out research in an academic laboratory. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/medical-sciences-ug/msci-medical-science-with-professional-experience