MSc Biomedicine
Course Description
This programme provides the opportunity for students to acquire a greater understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of biomedicine. Students can choose modules from a range of disciplines including Biology, Medical Statistics, Physics and Psychology as well as specific postgraduate training courses. Staff from the Morecambe Bay NHS Trust will also participate in delivering the programme. In addition to these taught modules, all students will carry out a six-month research project in an area of biomedicine. The course is intended to provide the knowledge and skills for subsequent careers in biomedical research or hospital based employment.
Course Duration
12 months full time or 24 months part time
Entry Requirements
At least a second class Honours degree, or its equivalent, in an appropriate subject
Candidates holding other academic qualifications may also be considered for admission provided they have substantial relevant professional experience. Interviews and/or qualifying essays may be used to determine the suitability of applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above.
Fees for 2011 entry
£5,860 inclusive of bench fee full time UK/EU students, £14,920 inclusive of bench fees for Overseas students.
Part-time fees are charged at 50% of the full-time fees.
Bursaries
£1000 bursaries are available to all overseas (non EU) students studying on the taught Biomedicine Masters degree, these are subject to satisfactory progress and are awarded during the year.
Contacts
Dr Nigel Fullwood, Postgraduate Admissions Tutor, Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University, Lancaster, LA1 4YQ.
E-mail:-
shm-pg-admissions@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone:- 01524 593936
Online applications
Applications can be made through our MyLancaster admissions portal.