Child Health MRes

UCL (University College London)

From bioscience to clinical projects, develop your research skills in the diverse field of child health. Drawing on our links with Great Ormond Street Hospital, you will expand your scientific knowledge base, improve your ability to design experiments and gain invaluable experience through working on high impact lab-based or clinical projects. This Master’s degree will provide you with the skills you need to pursue a PhD or other scientific career. If you work in or around child health, or want to move into this field, gaining relevant clinical and research experience can be highly advantageous. For healthcare professionals, the Child Health MRes bridges the gap between clinical sciences and research. You will build both scientific and professional skills, learning to approach research materials with confidence in your clinical practice. For bioscientists, the course offers a mix of research methodology and practical experience, providing an excellent foundation for pursuing a PhD. The degree is centred around a research project in an area of child health that interests you most. You could explore topics such as population health, cancer, infectious disease, or the latest advancements in gene therapy for childhood diseases. You will benefit from our close links with Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), which opens up significant opportunities for research and clinical experience. The course's flexible structure allows you to engage in real-world projects and tailor your experience to specific interests, enhancing both your study experience and your career prospects. The Child Health MRes has five suggested pathways that you can follow including: Biomedical sciences, Translational science, Clinical science, Digital health and data science, Bespoke pathway. The course is designed for a range of clinical and bioscience applicants. With flexibility in taught module choices and a broad portfolio of research projects, you can tailor the course to suit your specific research interest. Our students include postgraduate bioscientists, medical students, and healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotech professionals.