Molecular and Cell Biology – MSc/PgDip/PgCert

This course develops your fundamental knowledge of molecular and cell biology. It allows you to directly apply this knowledge to understanding human disease mechanisms.

It highlights how advances in molecular and cell biology have led to the development of new therapeutics and improved diagnostics. For example, studies highlight how novel anti-tumour agents have been designed to exploit specific cellular changes in tumour cells.

You gain hands-on experience in many key methodologies used in molecular and cell biology research.

This course is suitable if you
• wish to pursue research into molecular and cell biology and/or disease mechanisms at PhD level
• want to improve your knowledge and skills to be competitive in the life science jobs market
• are currently employed and seeking to improve your career prospects

You gain
• a detailed and up-to-date understanding of molecular biology and cell biology
• knowledge of how alterations or defects in cellular processes may lead to disease, such as cellular dysfunction leading to degenerative diseases, cell cycle dys-regulation in cancer, and how mutations result in genetic diseases
• hands-on expertise in techniques including cell culture, flow cytometry, Real-Time PCR, immuno-histochemistry and recombinant DNA technology
• professional skills to further your career in research or the life science industry