MSc Molecular Medicine

Understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms for disease is an important area of research in the 21st century. Massive steps forward in science, such as the completion of the Human Genome Project, mean that diseases can now be studied at the cellular and molecular level. This will help to understand them, to develop treatments and possibly, in the future, cures.

The MSc in Molecular Medicine draws upon the world-renowned strength of research in biomedical sciences at UEA and on the Norwich Research Park. MSc graduate students will obtain skills that are sought in medical research, the pharmaceutical industry or the health services.

Part I of the programme is taught through face to face lectures, workshops, problem based learning sessions and hands on experiments in our modern biomedical laboratories. These modules provide the opportunity to learn skills in data analysis, critical evaluation of data, laboratory working and report writing in Molecular Medicine.

Part II of the programme includes a major research project where the student designs experiments and carries out original research in a chosen topic. The project will provide an invaluable training environment to enhance research skills. It is a substantial piece of individual work drawing on knowledge and understanding gained from the taught modules. In preparation for the research project the student, in consultation with the project supervisor, prepares an in depth proposal drawing on the current literature.

As well as learning fundamental theory, the student will develop valuable transferable skills. The University will support this by providing Personal Development Sessions including presentation skills, employability and time-management.

Assessment is through a combination of formal exams, laboratory reports, coursework assignments, presentations and problem based learning sessions. In addition the research project is submitted as a formal bound dissertation and assessed by external as well as internal examination.

If you would like to learn more about this programme the Course Organiser is happy to receive enquiries. Email grant.wheeler@uea.ac.uk

Course Organiser:Dr. Grant Wheeler

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Entry Requirements Degree Subject: Life or Physical Sciences Degree Classification: Good first degree (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) Alternative Qualifications: Candidates without a relevant degree but with other experience, such as employment within a biomedical company or relevant research experience, will also be considered. Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:

• IELTS: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all components)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 88 (minimum 18 in listening, 21 speaking, 19 writing and 20 reading)
• PTE (Pearson): 62 (minimum 55 in all components)

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

Other tests such as TOEIC and the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English are also accepted by the university. Please check with the Admissions Office for further details including the scores or grades required.

INTO UEA and INTO UEA London run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk (INTO UEA Norwich) or pseuealondon@into.uk.com (INTO UEA London).

• 90% of research activity classified as internationally leading, excellent, or recognised in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise.
• Teaching of the highest quality; rated “Excellent” in the most recent Teaching Quality Assessment.
• Consistently ranked in the top five for overall student satisfaction amongst mainstream English universities (UK National Student Survey).
• Research and teaching supported by an impressive array of cutting edge in house facilities and a range of well equipped modern laboratories.
• Part of the Norwich Research Park, a major international centre for plant, microbial, food and health science.
• Close collaboration with scientists from the Sainsbury Laboratory.

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Fees and Funding Tuition Fees 2013/14

• UK/EU £6000
• International £15,400

Funding

Faculty of Science Scholarships

International applicants applying to this course can be considered for one Faculty of Science half fees scholarship or up to four £1000 scholarships. The scholarship deadline is 1st April 2013.

Students wishing to apply should submit an essay. You may choose a Biologist of your choice and answer the following question in 1000 words: 'What are the major contributions of (your chosen Biologist) to biology'? Essays should be emailed to the Admissions Office. Please ensure you include your full name, the course you have applied to, and your applicant number in your email.

For more information please contact the Biology Postgraduate Admissions Office (bio.pgt.admiss@uea.ac.uk).