Course Overview

This programme offers professional development to those in the Biomedical sector.

Newly qualified graduates in their first year of employment, especially those from a scientific background may benefit from the more generic modules such as Management and Leadership. In addition, some of the modules may act as 'conversion courses' e.g. a Chemistry graduate may undertake a module in Molecular Biology.

This work based scheme is also suitable for experienced mid-career professionals, including those without a first degree.

Modules are offered in three groups: Bioscience, Business and Management Skills, and Generic Skills. Students must achieve ten credits from group A and ten credits from group B. The remaining 40 credits can be accumulated by taking modules from any of the groups - A, B or C to a total credit value of 60.

Bioscience (Group A)
Applied Mathematics and Statistics for the Biomedical Sector
Cell Biology Research Skills
Diseases of the Brain
Drug Discovery and Development
Ethics Research Skills
Immunology
Laboratory Practice: Essential Practical Skills and Techniques
Models of Disease
Molecular Basis of Cancer
Molecular Biology Research Skills
The Biomedical Sector: Regulatory and Ethical Frameworks

Business and Management (Group B)
Analysing Drivers for Change
Entrepreneurial Skills
Leading and Managing People
Leading Others Through Change
Leading Projects
The Biomedical Sector in Context and Emerging Trends
Leadership and Management
The Commercial Business Environment - Strategic Perspectives
Work Based Project (Action Research)

Core Skills (Group C)
Communication and Presentation Skills
Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
Developing as an Independent Learner
Personal Effectiveness and Team Working