Middlesex University London - Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology) MSc

Middlesex University London

Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology) MSc

This master's programme will allow you to develop your knowledge and understanding of advance Immunological concepts. In particular, the course will focus on developing the understanding of how immune system disorders arise and how immunological reagents may be used as therapeutics (immunotherapeutic). You will also gain a knowledge of a range of immunoassays and will come to understand how these may be used in the diagnosis of disease.

Why study MSc Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology) at Middlesex University?

This programme structure in the area of Biomedical Science and Medical Immunology will provide you with the necessary framework and vocabulary in essential and advanced aspects of Immunology. Additionally you will gain knowledge in a range of analytical and technical skills that will equip you to pursue a range of career options. These may include employment within the health service, pharmaceutical industry and education, or, to proceed to further scientific training or research.

As part of this programme you will also carry out a research project with a focus on Immunology supervised by research-active experts in the area.

This course is designed for those students who have previously studied a related subject in Biomedical Science at university level or who have a basic knowledge of Immunology and are looking to develop an advanced mastery of the subject.

Course highlights

  • You will undertake a research project with the supervision of experts in the field. This may lead to inclusion on a scientific publication
  • External lecturers are brought in to teach their expert areas allowing you the possibility to form links with institutions outside of Middlesex University
  • Following the recent REF2014, research at Middlesex was ranked as close to the top third for research power across the entire sector and the best modern university in London for research power.

Entry Requirements

  • We normally require a second class honours degree 2:2 or above, or equivalent qualification in an appropriate subject
  • The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all components).

Career Prospects

The MSc Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology) degree is crucial for healthcare professionals to develop skills for specialist practitioner (BMS Band 6) and higher specialist practitioner (BMS Band 7). This qualification is increasingly required for PhD advancement and enhances marketability in academic research, pharmaceutical research, and education.

Course Details

The MSc Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology) program aims to prepare students for employment in diagnostic laboratories, biotechnology, or independent research careers in academia. Students will complete a research project focusing on Immunology, with a supervisor drawn from university research staff with relevant expertise. Optional modules are available at levels 5 and 6, but not all courses offer them. Students will be asked to choose their preferred module during the previous academic year. If an optional module is not offered, the program will advise students after the selection period or at the earliest decision, and help them choose an alternative module.

Course Modules

Advanced Bioanalytical Techniques (15 credits)
Biomedical Ethics and Law (15 credits)
Experimental Design and Statistics (15 credits)
Immunoassays and Immunotherapeutics (15 credits)
Immunology (30 credits)
Immunopathology (15 credits)
Laboratory Leadership and Management (15 credits)
Research Project (changes for students in 2020) (60 credits)
Research Project (typical course structure) (60 credits)

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