MSc Biomedical Sciences

University of Strathclyde

Study with us opportunity to select a clinically-orientated or basic life science research pathwaydevelop skills in statistics, communication, ethics, science writing and experimental data analysisgain experience in the research funding processa comprehensive three-part postgraduate life sciences training Why this course? Firstly, unlike many Biomedical Sciences Masters courses, we offer you dedicated training in a broad suite of bioinformatics and practical laboratory skills. These will not only be great preparation for future research careers, but also a way to make the most of your summer research project. Secondly, our taught classes capture the excitement of cutting-edge research fields. The substantial choice of classes means that you'll get to select a clinical-oriented or basic life science research pathway to suit your future aspirations. The course provides the perfect springboard to future training at PhD level, or gives you a range of experience that will prove attractive to employers from industry or the health-care provision sector. What you’ll study This course will provide training on fundamental techniques for the four disciplines: biochemistry immunology microbiology pharmacology Aligned with the taught component of this course, these disciplines will form the grounding for your summer project. You'll also learn vital transferable skills in statistics, communication, ethics, science writing and critical analysis of data – the perfect way to prepare for any future career.