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Biomedical Diagnostics – (M.Sc.)
Dublin City University
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| Application Deadline: | July 31 (EU); July 15 (Non EU) | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 6,807 ≈ € 11,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Dublin / Ireland | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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Biomedical diagnostics is the study of procedures that provide information to aid the screening, detection, diagnosis and monitoring of disease. This M.Sc. programme delivers structured, module-based training in Diagnostics at postgraduate level for suitably qualified and experienced graduates. You can also attend stand-alone modules or workshops, which will be especially relevant to those in industry wishing to develop skills in new advances in diagnostics.
The Biomedical Diagnostics Institute (BDI) (at Dublin City University is a multidisciplinary research institute focused on the development of next generation biomedical diagnostic devices. As part of the BDI Education and Outreach programme the institute has developed a M.Sc. in Biomedical Diagnostics.
Aims and Objectives:
* To inspire highly motivated individuals to take a very proactive approach to their learning.
* To be fully aware of the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in the area of Diagnostics. This will be achieved through the use of innovative problem solving that demands a team approach and the harnessing of skills from a number of subject areas.
* To produce high quality graduates/researchers who can combine biomedical and analytical science with production technology, business creativity, economics and ethics.
Career Prospects:
The diagnostics sector represents a vibrant growth area within the Irish economy. It is highlighted as an area in which Ireland can develop a position of competitive strength, differentiation and critical mass. Employment in the medical device and diagnostics industry increased by 70% between 1997 and 2006, and Ireland is the highest per capita employer of medical devices and diagnostic personnel in Europe (Forfas and National Competitiveness Council, 2007; Eucomed, 2007). Graduates will be highly skilled and adaptable researchers, and you will have gained important perspectives by being exposed to both academic and industrial research attitudes. Your entry to the workforce will address the perceived deficit of highly trained employees in the medical device and diagnostics industry. Please see past and present student testimonials at
Contents
This one year, full-time programme comprises nine modules and a comprehensive research project. It is anticipated that students will have a variety of scientific and/or engineering backgrounds and, for this reason, they will be provided with the necessary background and understanding in biology, chemistry and physics at an early stage in the programme.
You then focus on specific modules in diagnostic science such as basis of disease, principles of diagnostic technology, genetics and nanobiotechnology. These provide multidisciplinary expertise in key sciences related to diagnostics.
A number of workshops in ethics, communications, legislation and regulation of devices and research commercialisation will aid employment prospects and career development. You will also acquire the necessary practical laboratory skills through a combination of modules in practical techniques and a substantial research project in Semester 2.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma programme students will be expected to have at minimum a Second Class Honours degree (2.2) or equivalent in a science or engineering discipline.
GBD students please note that a minimum overall mark of 55% is required in order to progress to the MBD
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 237 |
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You can contact Dr Aoife MacCormac to ask a question about Biomedical Diagnostics at Dublin City University.
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