MSc (Biomedical Science)
College of Science
Key facts
Entry requirements
Candidates must hold at least a Second Class Honours Level 8 Primary degree in a related subject area or hold a Primary degree in a related area (which is acceptable to the College) without honours and have three years relevant practical experience in the subject area.
Duration:
1 year, full-time
Next start date: September 2012
ECTS weighting: 90
Average intake: 16
Closing date:
You are advised to apply early, which may result in an early offer; see the offer round dates
Taught
Course overview
The objective of this programme is to introduce students to an interdisciplinary approach to research, which utilises technologies and skills from a wide spectrum of scientific, engineering and clinical disciplines to address fundamental questions originating in biology and medicine. The MSc is intended to introduce students to science and engineering disciplines they would not have covered in their undergraduate studies.
Course outline
The first two semesters consist of taught courses that will acquaint students with the basics of biology, chemistry and physics depending upon their backgrounds. Also during the first two semesters there will be a series of practical sessions that will familiarise students with different forms of instrumentation and techniques. During the final part of the programme, a research project will be undertaken.
The course covers the following areas:
Material Science and Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, Bioinformatics, Medical Imaging, Molecular Medicine, Product Development and Validation & Regulation, Optics and Lasers in Biomedicine, Introduction to Business
Applications and selections
Applications are made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC). Relevant PAC application code(s) above.
Selection is based on the candidate's academic record at an undergraduate level and their aptitude for the course.
Requirements and assessment
Semester One exams: December
Semester Two exams: April/May
A range of assessment methods are integrated and assessed throughout the programme. These include essays, projects, reports, presentations and case studies. A dissertation must also be submitted.
Find out more
Dr Ralf Zwacka
T: +353 91 495 323
E: ralf.zwacka@nuigalway.ie
http://ncbes.nuigalway.ie/
