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Biosciences (Taught)

Course details
  • 2 Study options
  • Postgraduate
Course location
Mabgate
Awarded by:
The Open University

Course summary

Master biosciences as you take your biomedical knowledge to the top level. Our new Biosciences Masters Degree will allow you to further your academic knowledge as you explore a range of complex bioscience-focused subjects. You will also have the opportunity to explore an area of interest by choosing optional modules and formulating a dissertation.

As a masters degree, this course is largely research and academia driven allowing you to develop your knowledge beyond undergraduate study as you master the subject of biosciences. You will learn how to apply biomedical techniques in the laboratory while exploring cellular pathology (the study of disease in organs, tissues and cells).

Other core areas that you will study include advanced pharmacology and toxicology as well as bioinformatics and data analysis. You will prepare for your own investigation-led research projects by sharpening your research and academic skills before producing a scientific dissertation based on your personal area of interest. Our optional modules allow you to shape your studies around your career aspirations and specialism. Choose from topics such as advanced analytical science and diagnostic techniques as you tailor your learning.

Modules

Course Modules

Modules may include:

Compulsory modules:

  • Molecular Biology and Genomics‌ ‌ (20 credits)

  • Advanced Concepts in Cellular Biology (20 credits)

  • Bioinformatics and Data Analysis (20 credits)

  • Toxicology and Environmental Change (20 credits)

  • Preparation for Research (20 credits)

  • Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional modules:

  • Advanced Analytical Science (20 credits)

  • Diagnostic Techniques (20 credits)

Entry requirements

BSc (Hons) degree: 2:2 or above in a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or related discipline.

GCSE English: Grade 4 or above. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills English and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.

IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component.

International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria.

Mature applicants: We welcome applications from candidates who may not precisely match the academic criteria but can demonstrate experience in their chosen field as well as academic achievement at level 5. Candidates in this category will be interviewed to assess their
suitability for the course and asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application.

*21 years and over at the start of the course

RPL Claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL)

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9000*
EU & International£15000*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships and bursaries 1

£4000 scholarship available for international students

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