LONDON’S GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
APPLIED IMMUNOBIOLOGY
MSc /
2016/17 ENTRY
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/ophthal
Applied Immunobiology MSc /
This unique programme builds on the recent
successes in clinical applications of
immunotherapy for a range of immune-mediated
diseases – for example, the use of anti-TNF
therapies in rheumatoid arthritis patients – and,
drawing on faculty-wide expertise, focuses on the
processes involved in translating immunobiology
research, using the eye as a model.
Degree summary The processes involved in translating immunological discoveries into
predictive, diagnostic and/or therapeutic applications are described in
depth, using examples of successful translational studies to illustrate key
aspects: the clinical question; study design and limitations. Students will
also attend scientific lectures in relevant subject areas (immunology,
molecular cell biology, pharmacology), gaining hands-on experience in an
original research project.
Degree structure Mode: Full-time: 1 year
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. The programme
consists of five core modules (75 credits), three optional modules (45
credits), and a dissertation/report (60 credits).
CORE MODULES
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Developing Translational Research
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Masterclasses in Translational Immunobiology
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Ocular Immunology
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Research in Practice
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Translating Science into the Clinic
OPTIONS
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Cost Benefit Analysis and Health
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Genetics and Epidemiology of Ocular Disease
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Modern Aspects of Drug Discovery
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Ocular Cell Biology
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Ocular Development in Health and Disease
UCL is the largest centre for biomedical research in the UK and offers
unique opportunities to study applied immunobiology.
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Pharmacogenomics, Adverse Drug Reactions and Biomarkers
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The UCL Institute of Ophthalmology is an international leader in
translational research and clinical and industrial collaborations are in
place. UCL academics who advise on the research methodology
involved in successful translational projects – study design,
applications for ethics approval, funding applications, peer-review
publications, data presentation and writing skills – will provide case
studies, presentations and seminars.
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The eye is an excellent model for monitoring disease activity,
responses to therapy, and clinical scoring, and is an ideal organ for
delivering new therapies.
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The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars
and student group presentations. Assessment is through a mixture of
unseen examinations, coursework (essays, bioinformatic tasks,
practicals), a major dissertation, and oral presentations.
DISSERTATION/REPORT
Students will carry out an independent research project supervised by internationally
recognised researchers, resulting in a dissertation of 10,000–12,000 words and an oral
presentation.
Your career The first cohort of students on the Applied Immunobiology MSc are due
to graduate in 2015, therefore no information on graduate destinations is
currently available.
Employability
This programme is of particular interest to those science graduates
considering alternative career directions in addition to mainstream
research. Due to the translational content, this programme offers key
knowledge and skills with wider applications outside of academia for
those interested in pursuing clinical trial design, governance, clinical trial
management, and grants administration within relevant governmental
bodies, the pharmaceutical and medical industry.
Entry requirements A medical degree or a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s
degree in biomedical science, or another relevant discipline, or an
overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you
will be expected to demonstrate evidence of a good level of English
proficiency.
English language proficiency level
FEES AND FUNDING
// UK & EU (2016/17) entry: £10,130 (FT)
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Overseas (2016/17) entry: £24,400 (FT)
Full details of funding opportunities can be found on the UCL
Scholarships website: www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships
APPLICATION DATE
All applicants: 29 July 2016
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you
will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English
proficiency.
CONTACT
The level of English language proficiency for this programme is: Good.
Email:
v.calder@ucl.ac.uk
Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and
test providers is provided at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/english-requirements
Telephone:
+44 (0)20 7608 6968
Your application The deadline for all applicants is 29 July 2016.
Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for
places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas
applicants) should take note of application deadlines.
When we assess your application we would like to learn:
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why you want to study Applied Immunobiology at graduate level
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where you would like to go professionally with your degree
why you want to study Applied Immunobiology at UCL
what particularly attracts you to this programme
how your personal, academic and professional background meets the
demands of this challenging programme
Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement
is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this
programme match what the programme will deliver.
Details on how to apply are available on the website at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/apply
PDF Updated: May 25, 2016
Information correct at time of going to press. See website (www.ucl.ac.uk/ioo/homepage) for latest information
Dr Virginia Calder