University of Leeds · Full-time
Molecular Medicine
Develop as a scientist or scientifically literate clinician as you study molecular approaches to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer, chronic, autoimmune and genetic diseases. Be part of our world-renowned School of Medicine and learn from intern…
MSc1 yearFull-time
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School of Medicine · Medicine and dentistry
Develop as a scientist or scientifically literate clinician as you study molecular approaches to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer, chronic, autoimmune and genetic diseases. Be part of our world-renowned School of Medicine and learn from internationally recognised scholars. Our flexible course allows you to develop core scientific skills and follow your professional interests with a choice of optional modules. You’ll also carry out a research project as part of an innovative research group with supervision from academics and clinicians working on cutting-edge research. Make an impact - Engage in research projects using the latest technologies that generate results with scientific impact and the potential for improving patient health. - Access research opportunities in Applied Health Research, Cancer and Pathology, Cardiovascular, Genes and Development and Musculoskeletal Research. - Work as part of a research team in a cutting-edge discipline. - Choose optional modules that reflect your personal and professional interests. - You’ll develop a research proposal and then deliver a four-month research project as part of an active research group in a research area related to human disease, from fundamental research to translational research. - Projects are different every year as they are integrated into ongoing programmes of research. - You'll access research-active, state-of-the-art laboratories during your research project.
Getting in
As the university states it
Applications will be considered from: Non-graduates who have successfully completed three years of a UK medical degree (or equivalent), and wish to take the MRes course as an intercalated course. Applicants with a first class or second class first division degree in a science allied with medicine (including anatomy, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or biomedical science). Applicants with a MBChB, BChD or BVMS from a UK or EU University graduates with a second class second division science degree normally with appropriate work experience (two years or more) in a health subject area. This course is also available as an intercalated programme to students who have completed three years of a UK medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. Read more at Intercalation. English language requirements IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.0 in writing and no less than 6.5 in all other components. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
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