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MSc Molecular Medicine

  • Year of entry
    2023/24 See 2022/23 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months
  • Year of entry
    2023/24 See 2022/23 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months

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Our MSc Molecular Medicine course aims to provide you with a broad overview of the molecular and cellular causes and treatments of human diseases.

It provides practical and theoretical understanding of the most important current topics in molecular medicine, including the biology of cancer, synthetic biology, cardiovascular diseases and stem cells and regenerative medicine. You will also gain hands-on training in research techniques such as confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, cloning, in situ hybridisation and bioinformatics and you will carry out your own 15-week independent research project.

With a variety of taught modules, you will learn to apply your skills to industry-relevant challenges.

Read more about MSc Molecular Medicine.

For more information, please visit the School of Biological Sciences website. 

Overview


Our MSc Molecular Medicine course aims to provide you with a broad overview of the molecular and cellular causes and treatments of human diseases.

It provides practical and theoretical understanding of the most important current topics in molecular medicine, including the biology of cancer, synthetic biology, cardiovascular diseases and stem cells and regenerative medicine. You will also gain hands-on training in research techniques such as confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, cloning, in situ hybridisation and bioinformatics and you will carry out your own 15-week independent research project.

With a variety of taught modules, you will learn to apply your skills to industry-relevant challenges.

Read more about MSc Molecular Medicine.

For more information, please visit the School of Biological Sciences website. 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for 2023/24 have not yet been set. For your reference, entry requirements for 2022/23 were:

IELTS: IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a related subject such as biomedical sciences, biological sciences, biochemistry or microbiology.

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

  • Find out the English language requirements for our courses and our pre-sessional English programme

Structure

  • Year 1

Compulsory modules include:

X

Module details


Title:

Research Planning and Project Management

Code:

BIMBC1

Convenor:

PROF Phillip Dash

Summary:

This module will teach students how to conduct a successful research project at postgraduate level. It will enable students to be able to identify a research question and then design an experimental plan to answer that question.

Assessment Method:

Report 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Biology of Cancer

Code:

BIMBC2

Convenor:

DR Mike Fry

Summary:

In this module the students will learn about the current approaches used to study, diagnose, and treat cancer. All the main topics in cancer biology will be reviewed. The module will examine the current therapeutic options available to prevent and manage different types of cancers. There will be particular emphasis on current research and the role of more personalised medicine approaches to help convey mechanistic insights into diseases processes, diagnosis and rational treatment. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in the Autumn term, lectures in this Spring term module will be supplemented by journal club style discussions of the latest literature, problem based learning sessions where data will be analysed, and small group tutorial discussions on various topics.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Regenerative Medicine

Code:

BIMBD1

Convenor:

PROF Phillip Dash

Summary:

Regenerative biology is an emerging interdisciplinary field of research with clinical applications focused on the repair, replacement or regeneration of cells, tissues, or organs. It uses a combination of approaches including soluble molecules, gene therapy, stem cell transplantation, immune modulation, tissue engineering, and the reprogramming of cell and tissue types. Studying normal processes in tissue growth and maintenance gives clues to the molecular pathology that underlies disease and conversely the study of age related or genetic diseases underpins our understanding of normal tissue homeostasis and repair.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Cardiovascular disease and therapeutics

Code:

BIMBD2

Convenor:

DR Sam Boateng

Summary:

This module will teach students about the human cardiovascular system and associated diseases. The module will examine the current therapeutic options available to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in the Autumn term, this Spring term module will place particular emphasis on current research to help convey mechanistic insights into diseases processes.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 70%, Oral 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Synthetic Biology

Code:

BIMBE2

Convenor:

DR Mike Fry

Summary:

This module will teach students about the application of systems and synthetic biology in the biomolecular sciences. The module will be based around the idea that Biology is a Technology and can be engineered in similar ways to electrical and mechanical devices. The module will examine the current use of bioengineering technology in the area of human health.  Building on the knowledge and skills developed in the Autumn term, this Spring term module will place particular emphasis on current research through discussion of the latest research papers to help convey mechanistic insights and enhance understanding. Student will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the topic through an assessed individual in silico synthetic biology project

Assessment Method:

Project 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Research Techniques, Analysis and Experimental Design

Code:

BIMBF1

Convenor:

PROF Phillip Dash

Summary:

Biomedical research requires a broad knowledge of the experimental methods and techniques that are used in modern laboratories. This module will provide students with an understanding of the theoretical principles and the practical application of a range of core biomedical research techniques. Each of these techniques will be taught through a combination of lectures (to discuss the theory behind the techniques) and practical classes (to gain hands on practical experience). Throughout the module the general principles of experimental design and good laboratory practice in both academic and industrial applications of science will be emphasised.

Assessment Method:

Report 50%, Class test 50%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Research project

Code:

BIMBPRO2

Convenor:

PROF Phillip Dash

Summary:

This entirely practical module consists of an in-depth 15 week research project in a specialist area.

Assessment Method:

Oral 15%, Project 15%, Report 70%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Code Module Convenor
BIMBC1 Research Planning and Project Management PROF Phillip Dash
BIMBC2 Biology of Cancer DR Mike Fry
BIMBD1 Regenerative Medicine PROF Phillip Dash
BIMBD2 Cardiovascular disease and therapeutics DR Sam Boateng
BIMBE2 Synthetic Biology DR Mike Fry
BIMBF1 Research Techniques, Analysis and Experimental Design PROF Phillip Dash
BIMBPRO2 Research project PROF Phillip Dash

These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Fees

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £12,100

New international students: £25,800

Tuition fee information

The fees listed are for full-time study, unless otherwise stated. Fee information will be confirmed in offer letters sent out to successful applicants. You can find further information, including information for part-time study, through our dedicated fees and funding page.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

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Financial support for your studies

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Careers

All our master’s programmes emphasise the practical skills that employers need, such as experience using the latest cutting-edge molecular techniques. As a University of Reading MSc graduate, you will be well equipped to work in the field or the lab, and in the private or public sector. Many of our graduates go on to study for a PhD and pursue a career in research, either in industry or in universities.

Graduates from our biomedical MSc programmes typically go on to pursue PhD studies or work in the pharmaceutical industry.

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