Pre-MSc/GradDip Biomedical Science (Graduate Diploma)

COURSE OVERVIEW

The pre-master's in Biomedical Science (Graduate Diploma in Biomedical Science) provides a discipline-specific pathway (a pre-master's year) into the taught Biomedical Blood Science master's level programme. The overall aim of this course is to provide you with the academic background necessary for the masters programme and to enable you to develop and practise the subject specific academic skills required for the intensive pace of study at masters level. The MSc in Biomedical Blood Science is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). The IBMS is the professional body of Biomedical Scientists within the United Kingdom.

HOW YOU'LL BE ASSESSED

In addition to the lecture courses and tutorials, problem based learning (PBL) using clinical scenarios is used for at least one module. You will also be given the opportunity to undertake an independent non-experimental research project, supervised and supported by a member of staff. Web-based learning using the University’s virtual learning environment (KLE) is also used to give easy access to a wide range of resources and research tools, and as a platform for online discussions and quizzes. You will be given many opportunities to become familiar with word processing, spreadsheets and graphics software as well as computer-based routes to access scientific literature.

All modules are assessed within the semester in which they are taught. Most contain elements of both ‘in-course’ assessment (in the form of laboratory reports, essays, posters) and formal examination, although some are examined by ‘in-course’ assessment alone.