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MSc/PGDip/PGCert Biomedical Science (Part-time)
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internet site. Full and part-time courses require separate documents, information is not
combined.
Why choose this course?
This course has been designed to help you pursue a career as a professional biomedical
scientist or take a leading role in research and development. The course is supported by an
internationally recognised and highly active biomedicine research group with strong links to
healthcare industries, research institutes and the hospital and NHS sectors.
You’ll gain a detailed critical knowledge of immunology, toxicology and molecular biology and
their application to biomedical science. You’ll learn modern hospital laboratory practices plus
research and development practice in the healthcare industries through site visits to
specialised laboratories and tuition from experts in the hospital and biomedical research
sectors. You’ll also undertake a research project which can be conducted in research
institutions, academic laboratories or the pharmaceutical industries both in the UK and across
Europe.
The Postgraduate Diploma award satisfies the requirements to become a state-registered
Biomedical Scientist with the Health Professions Council (HPC). Completion of the MSc
contributes to the requirements for recognition as a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical
Science (FIBMS).
Skills
This course will advance your knowledge of specialist areas and develop new professional
skills to a high level. You’ll be able to deal with complex issues in biomedical science, make
informed judgements and communicate your conclusions clearly to professional audiences.
You will also gain transferable skills in problem solving, planning, leadership, team work and
time management.
Career prospects
The skills you gain will prepare you for work in a number of areas. These can include:
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hospital laboratories
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healthcare industries
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National Health Service
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local government.
If you already work in the biomedical sciences, you can expect advanced personal
development and career progression. The qualification also provides a platform for further
research and PhD study and a further academic career.
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What can Napier offer?
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We offer a thriving multidisciplinary learning environment in which active research and
innovative teaching methods, coupled with excellent laboratory resources, combine to
encourage your postgraduate study and help you realise your full potential.
The course is supported by:
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excellent laboratory facilities in which you’ll be trained to become competent in the use
of state of the art equipment
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an online working environment, giving you instant access to lecture notes, coursework,
and reading lists
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24 hour access to the 500-seat Jack Kilby computer centre, where you will have use of
relevant software packages, plus unrestricted email and web access
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access to our fully-networked library, offering an extensive collection of required course
texts
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specialist staff who are on hand to offer support in learning, language development or
personal issues
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our Library Information Service, which can provide a number of useful aids that will
help develop study skills - ideal if you are returning to study
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a personal development tutor.
This course is based at Merchiston Campus in the lively Bruntsfield area of Edinburgh. The
campus is well catered for by local amenities including cafes and bars, and is a short walk
from the beautiful Meadows Park. Merchiston Campus is a unique blend of the past and
present. It is home to modern computing facilities as well as the 13th century Napier Tower.
What’s Involved?
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This course is studied on a part-time basis and generally lasts 6 years. With the support and
guidance of our tutors you will develop an individualised programme of study that best suits
you. To find out more about part-time possibilities please contact us using the enquiries button.
You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and independent
study. This course can also be studied full-time.
Trimester 1
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Trimester 2
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Trimester 3
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For detailed information on individual modules, visit the Module Description page.
Entry requirements
You’ll need an Honours degree in bio-molecular sciences, such as biology, biomedical
science, molecular biology, immunology, genetics, virology or pharmacy. Alternatively, you
may have a degree equivalent qualification or a degree without Honours plus appropriate
experience gained in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industries, or as a medical laboratory
scientific officer.
To check the equivalence of your qualification or experience by emailing info@napier.ac.uk
For specific international entry requirements please contact our International Office.
Fees
Please contact Erik Hind and he will give advice on how fees are calculated.
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