Biomedical Science – (M.Sc.)

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Module guide
In the first year of the MSc in Biomedical Science Distance Learning you will study the following core modules:

* An Introduction to Management (15 credits)
* General Pathology (15 credits)
* Moving Towards Mastery (15 credits)
* Research Methods in Biomedical Science (15 credits)

In the second year you choose one of the following specialism clusters which reflects your particular area of work/interest:

* Cellular Pathology
* Clinical Chemistry
* Haematology
* Medical Microbiology

In the third year of study you complete a Dissertation/Final Project on a relevant subject of your choice, previous projects include:

* An investigation of the oxidative basis and immunological aspects of diabetes and atherosclerosis
* Glycation chemistry associated with diabetic pathology
* Use of antibody interactions to develop novel tests for disease states

On successful completion of this course you will be able to:

* Appreciate the concept of Mastery
* Demonstrate a thorough knowledge base of understanding of the function and role of management in biomedical science.
* Demonstrate a thorough knowledge base of understanding of the principles of biomedical research.
* Demonstrate the awareness of and ability to manage the implications of ethical dilemmas and work pro-actively with others to formulate solutions.
* Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the factors governing the pathogenesis of disease.
* Demonstrate an understanding of the pathological changes associated with disease.
* Demonstrate a critical awareness of a variety of techniques/ methodologies utilised or being developed within their biomedical field.
* Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how Public Health strategies can be used to prevent the spread of infectious disease.
* Demonstrate at Master's Level the acquisition of a body of knowledge relevant to an identified topic in order to complete the research project at the forefront of your academic discipline.
* Invoke the characteristics of Master's level thinking and learning.
* Identify and apply a strategy for integrating theory and practice within the profession.
* Apply the characteristics of Mastery to the compilation of a Portfolio of Evidence and demonstrate skills such as autonomy; the ability to analyse, evaluate, synthesis and apply; manage resources and information; problem-solve; communicate at this professional level and self-evaluation.
* Identify, apply and evaluate the appropriate management skills and techniques for problem solving and specific management tasks.
* Evaluate, apply and synthesis professional knowledge through research
* Apply a patient focussed approach and be able to communicate the advantages to professional colleagues.
* Demonstrate a thorough understanding and management of the information relative to the operation of International Regulatory frameworks and ethical bodies.
* Appreciate the scientific and mathematical basis behind current strategies for the analysis of infectious disease spread.
* Demonstrate intellectual skills of analysis, synthesis, evaluation and application and expertise in the execution of a research level project in Biomedical Science.

Assessment
Anglia Ruskin works on a modular system. Biomedical Science MSc Distance Learning students study a number of modules totalling 60 credits per year. The academic year consists of two semesters. The MSc also requires the completion of a 60 credit Dissertation/Final Project to achieve the total requirement of 180 credits.