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University of Birmingham
Toxicology MSc
University of Birmingham

Toxicology MSc

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Full time | University of Birmingham | 1 year | SEP-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Toxicology

Course Summary

MSc Toxicology offers integrated research-led teaching in a highly interactive environment. Study at the cutting edge of research and kickstart your career in this vital field. MSc Toxicology is taught by top academics and industry experts at the internationally recognised School of Biosciences. You’ll gain the theoretical knowledge and expertise to address future toxicology challenges, build transferable skills, and understand the role of toxicology in industry, the environment, and society. This modern, comprehensive course has strong industry and research connections. With input from external industry partners, it will prepare you for the future needs of the sector. You’ll gain valuable skills through vocational training in theoretical, clinical, and laboratory aspects of toxicology. This holistic approach not only enriches the educational journey but also bridges the gap between academia and industry, fostering opportunities, for future careers in the vital field of toxicology.

Modules

Assessing Toxic Potential
Semester 2 Module- This module describes the methodology for testing chemicals for toxic potential using both in vitro and in vivo techniques as well as high-throughput test systems such as cDNA microarrays, proteomics, metabolomics and transgenic animal technologies. Alternative approaches such as in silico testing are also discussed as is the limit of current in vitro approaches and the need for in vivo studies. Students will learn how to detect acute and chronic toxicity in animal studies with emphasis being placed on the pathological responses to toxic substances in different key organ systems (e.g. liver/kidney/heart/lung). They will be taught how to recognise acute and chronic inflammation, necrosis, neoplasia, hypertrophy and other cellular changes as demonstrated by histology. The choice of experimental species to demonstrate general and reproductive toxicity is also considered.
Forensic, Clinical and Occupational Toxicology
Integrated Toxicology
Practical Skills for Toxicologists
Regulatory Science and Toxicology for the 21st Century
Research Project (60 Credits)
Skills Module

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,740

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,390

Entry requirements

Students need 2:1/2:2 in a relevant discipline in Biochemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Microbiology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Physiology, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Medical Science. Graduates not fully meeting the criteria but with at least two years approved postgraduate experience may also be considered.

University information

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