Course Overview

This innovative and multidisciplinary MSc programme offers advanced knowledge of the biomedical technologies essential for the discovery and validation of the next generation of medicines, diagnostics and devices.

It is designed for students wanting to combine research skills and project management with an understanding of the commercial exploitation of research. Case studies from industrial and clinical experts - along with advanced topics in emerging therapeutics - will be applied to an extended research project. This project will include practical skills and the development of management and leadership competencies, which are important for careers in translational biomedicine.

The programme is collaboratively delivered by the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences and CETAD.

Compulsory Modules:

• Research Techniques
• Drug Discovery and Development
• Leadership and Team Strategies
• Project Management
• Supervised research project (six months)

Optional Modules:

• One module from a range of biomedical-related options