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Molecular Genetics – (M.Sc.)
University of Leicester
Department of Genetics
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,770 - ≈ € 17,620 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Leicester / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Leicester
To provide instruction in current concepts and techniques of molecular genetics as applied in modern research. The course offers practical experience of experimental techniques and provides a framework to develop your skills to plan research and devise strategies to achieve specific goals.
The course is suitable for students who want employment in molecular or biomedical research or the biotechnological and pharmaceutical industries. The course is also an excellent preparation for entry to PhD programmes.
Teaching and assessment methods
Continuous assessment is a major element of the course. Written assignments are used to assess a student’s analysis and understanding of the taught practical modules and there are two examinations. Assessment of the laboratory research project contributes two-thirds of course credits, and is based on performance in the laboratory, a written report and research seminar.
Contents
Course modules
The laboratory course comprises taught practical modules that introduce a variety of modern molecular techniques and research strategies, supported by a lecture programme. Students then undertake a seven-month research project chosen from a broad range offered by Departments of the College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology, the MRC Toxicology Unit, or collaborating research institutes or industrial partners (when available). The spread of projects covers a wide variety of disciplines involving molecular genetics and a variety of organisms.
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
First or second class honours degree in Biological Sciences or related subject awarded by a British university, or equivalent. Significant relevant experience may be considered.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English, and who have not lived in a country where the first language is English for at least three years immediately before the start of their course, need to satisfy the University´s English language requirement.
* From students who take IELTS (the British Council´s International English Language Testing System), we look for an overall score of 6.0 or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 6.5 or above for all other courses.
* From students who take TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), we look for 575/233/90* or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 600/250/100* for all other courses. (*Scores for paper-based/computer-based/internet-based versions of TOEFL)
As well as the internationally-known IELTS and TOEFL tests, the University also accepts many other English language qualifications.
The English Language Programme for International Students
If you do not yet meet our English requirements we can help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. The University´s English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help campus-based students with the English you need for your studies.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
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