Course Content
The programme will emphasise the development of analytical and critical skills and on problem identification and analysis within a Biomedical Sciences context. You will be taught by a team of experienced academics, researchers and professionally qualified staff. A number of the teaching team are also HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
Core modules are as follows (20 credits each):
- Research strategies and innovation in Biomedical Science
- Analytical and diagnostic techniques
- Molecular & cellular basis of health and disease
- Immunology of human diseases
- Recent advances in Biomedical Science
Students will undertake one of the following options and take the relevant module from below (20 credits each):
- Medical Biochemistry
- Medical Microbiology
- Immunohaematology
- Cellular & Molecular Pathology
- Medical Genetics & Genomics
Research project (60 credits)
If you are admitted to the Master's scheme but subsequently are unable or not permitted to progress, you may, depending upon the number of credits attained at the time of exit, qualify for one of the following awards:
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Postgraduate Certificate (PgC): No fewer than 60 credits
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Postgraduate Diploma (PgD): No fewer than 120 credits
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Master of Science (MSc): No fewer than 180 credits
Candidature for the MSc is two years for full-time and five years for part-time students.
Please note that there is no guarantee that all the options will be offered every year.
Learning & Teaching
A variety of teaching strategies are employed to reflect the following:
- The requirements of the particular topic
- The existence of background experience within the group
- The level and type of study required at level 7
Taught sessions:
Face-to-face lectures are the most prevalent teaching method for the introduction to module material, where the major function is to provide a basic framework, to generate interest in the subject concerned and to explain complex points. These taught sessions are supplemented by structured e-learning materials, provided to enable students to build deeper understanding of the topic, practice certain key skills related to the module learning outcomes, and to prepare for subsequent face-to-face sessions (including 'flipped classroom' approaches where appropriate).
Tutorials:
Lectures are complemented by tutorial sessions designed to encourage a more in-depth discussion. The major aim is to develop analytical and critical appraisal skills, evaluation of the current literature and presentation of scientific information.
Practical Work/Demonstration/bioinformatics workshops:
In certain modules, complement and extend the theoretical aspects of study and provide transferable skills, for instance statistical and bioinformatics tools.
Academic Support:
Students are supported at each stage of learning and assessment. The Programme Director is responsible for overall academic management of the programme and support for the student. Each academic module has a module leader responsible for academic guidance and support for each module offered. We have some excellent technical support team to guide you through practical elements of taught and research project module. You can find out more about the expertise of the team on their staff profile pages.
Personal tutorials:
In addition to a general open-door policy, we encourage you to meet with academic staff regularly throughout the programme to discuss feedback on assignments and the development of academic skills. You'll be an allocated a Personal Tutor at the beginning of the programme, who you can work with to develop your academic skills and consider how you can integrate your learning experiences with your own professional development needs and aspirations.
Assessment
It is recognised that assessment is a necessary part of an evaluation of a student's suitability for an award and involves testing and developing the higher-level cognitive skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. For this reason, assessment is designed to measure the extent to which the student is able to satisfy the intended learning outcome of each module. The learning outcomes are assessed within the modules through a variety of methods including:
- Unseen examinations
- Essays
- Practical based laboratory exercises
- Laboratory reports
- Case studies
- Journal club presentations
- Oral viva voce
- Poster presentation
- Case study presentation
- Abstract writing and journal article reviews
Time limited examinations are seen as an end of module check on student academic attainment in certain modules where a detailed understanding of contemporary scientific thinking, often research lead, is deemed to be an essential currency.
In addition, assignments are used either in addition to or as an alternative to written examinations in certain modules where they best reflect breadth of understanding.
The assessment schedule for the taught modules will be supplied by the programme director at the beginning of the programme. The module leader will supply the assessment titles and guidelines/criteria to undertake the assignments and provide feedback to the students.
Employability & Careers
The course will prepare you for the next stage of your career, whether pursuing further research, or professional study, or entering employment in the field of Biomedical Science. The course will also enhance the career prospects of those aspiring to middle and senior management positions within the NHS Pathology Service and the commercial sector.
Entry Requirements & How to Apply
Applicants should normally have one of the following:
- A first or second class honours degree (1st or 2:1) which has a significant content of biological science
- At least a 60% pass in the Primary (Part I) examination for Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Substantial relevant experience at a senior level.
Selection Procedure:
Usually this is by completion of the appropriate application form. Candidates entering via the exceptional entry route may be required to attend an interview.
Please also include the supporting document listed in the
Compulsory Supporting Documents > Postgraduate Courses Tab.
International Applicants
Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.5 standard or equivalent. For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the
International pages on the website.
How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made direct to the university via our
self-service system. For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at
www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply.
If you are interested in using credit from another institution, or have obtained qualifications and/or experience to study for a course at Cardiff Met, you can find further information on this as well as information on how to apply on the
RPL page.
Additional Information
Tuition Fees and Financial Support:
For up to date information on tuition fees and the financial support that may be available. Please refer to
www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/fees.
Part-time fees:
Charges are per Single Module unless specified:
Undergraduate = 10 Credits; Postgraduate = 20 Credits
Generally we find most students will complete 60 credits per year for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate study; to obtain a true costing please clarify this by contacting the Programme Director directly.
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