Course summary
Overview Cellular pathology is the study of structural and functional changes in cells, tissues and organs that underlie disease. It is a dynamic, fast-evolving specialism which saves many lives by providing rational clinical care and therapy in the fight against many serious diseases, particularly cancer. Why study MSc Biomedical Science (Cellular Pathology) at Middlesex University? This course has a strong practical element, with an emphasis on developing the skills needed in a laboratory and gaining hands-on experience of diagnostic techniques. You will be able to study and learn within the University's specialist laboratories which include a modern, well-equipped cell culture facility and fully-equipped proteomics facilities. You'll also learn to use cutting-edge techniques and equipment for cellular and molecular analysis, such as MALDI-TOF mass spectrometers and flow cytometers, DNA sequencing, real-time PCR, electrophoresis and HPLC. The Biomedical Science courses at Middlesex have a burgeoning international reputation and the University's strong links with London hospitals and NHS Laboratories ensures that you will be studying the latest developments, practices and research. Our Centre for Investigative and Diagnostic Oncology has pioneered techniques for cancer diagnosis and treatment, including our breakthrough in the development of a vaccine for bladder cancer.
Modules
Modules Advanced Bioanalytical Techniques (15 Credits) - Compulsory Biomedical Ethics and Law (15 Credits) - Compulsory Cancer (15 Credits) - Compulsory Experimental Design and Statistics (15 Credits) - Compulsory Genetics Disorders (15 Credits) - Compulsory Leadership and Management (15 Credits) - Compulsory Major Organ Histopathology (15 Credits) - Compulsory Pathological Basis of Disease (15 Credits) - Compulsory Research Project (60 Credits) - Compulsory
Entry requirements
A 2:2 honours degree in a related subject. Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page at: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/biomedical-science-cellular-pathology We have a personalised admissions approach in which we make fair, but aspirational offers to our applicants. We feel it’s important that you continue to aim high and achieve great results. If you don’t quite make the grades you hoped to, we’ll look at more than your qualifications when making our final decision. We’ll take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning, especially with potential disruption due to the coronavirus, your achievements in other areas and your personal statement. At Middlesex, we’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible. We pride ourselves on how we recognise potential in our applicants, and support them to succeed in the future.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With at least 6.0 in each component |
TOEFL (iBT) | 87 | With at least 21 in listening & writing, 22 in speaking and 23 in reading |
PTE Academic | 58 | With at least 51 in all components |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9600 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9600 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9600 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9600 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9600 | Year 1 |
EU | £16800 | Year 1 |
International | £16800 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT