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MRes Biomedical Research (Microbiome in Health and Disease)

MRes Biomedical Research (Microbiome in Health and Disease)

by | Aug 7, 2019 | Medical

MRes

ECTS: 90 credits
Duration: 1 year full-time

Overview

 

Our one-year full-time course provides broad training to prepare you for a career in biomedical research.

The programme provides an excellent background in biomedical research, and will integrate chemical, biological and physiological aspects in a unified approach.

This course teaches a mechanistic approach to the problems encountered in molecular and cellular biomedical science.

It also emphasises an investigative and empirical approach to the practical problems encountered in experimental and human biomedical science.

 

Study programme

  

The course is made up of a general stream and number of specialist streams.

All of our biomedical research streams have the same course structure. The taught elements and research project are determined by your chosen stream.

Over 12 months, you complete two five-month research projects (4.5 days per week) and a core programme (0.5 days per week) including grant writing, technical workshops, journal clubs and transferable skills.

The research projects incorporate cutting-edge developments in the field. You will experience some of the most technologically advanced approaches currently being applied to biomedical research.

 

Streams

 

Whichever stream you choose, the emphasis is on a research-orientated approach made up of both theoretical and practical elements.

You will acquire an understanding of modern molecular and cell science in world class biomedical research laboratories through both theory and practical exposure.

You will also demonstrate practical dexterity in both commonly employed and more advanced practical technique

You have the option of choosing our general biomedical research stream, or one of eight specialisms in the following areas:

  • General Biomedical Research
  • Anaesthetics, Pain Medicine and Intensive Care
  • Bacterial Pathogenesis and Infection
  • Data Science
  • Epidemiology, Evolution and Control of Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiome in Health and Disease (this stream)
  • Molecular Basis of Human Disease
  • Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science

 

Microbiome in Health and Disease stream

 

The Microbiome in Health and Disease stream focuses on the multidisciplinary approaches to understanding gut microbiome and developing new targets for disease prevention and treatment.

You’ll perform novel laboratory-based research and learn to exercise critical scientific thought when interpreting the results. You’ll undertake two research projects and gain experience of developing research plans. By the end of the stream, you will be familiar with writing grant applications and will improve your writing, presenting and communication skills when defining research reports.

 

Is this stream for you?

 

The microbiome stream is aimed at students with a biochemical, microbiological or biological background interested in pursuing further education in microbiome and nutrition in health and disease, understanding fundamental mechanisms behind disease processes and developing therapeutic targets. It is also for students with a clinical background interested in understanding microbiome in clinical research.

 

 

Careers

 

Our MRes in Biomedical Research is designed for students looking to pursue a career in biomedical research, whether in academia, industry or government. The overwhelming majority of graduates, who have wanted to continue on to PhD study, have done so.

The course will equip you with the key skills needed to plan, conduct, publish and obtain funding for successful research.

The programme offers training in a vast array of laboratories across the Faculty of Medicine (approximately 700 world leading research groups) and an opportunity to learn from leaders in the field.

    Structure

     

    Modules shown are for the current academic year and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

    Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

     

     

    You take all of the modules below.

     

    • Grant Writing Exercise
    • Project 1
    • Project 2

    You have a wide range of research projects available to you, and complete two projects during your studies. The projects available to you are determined by your chosen stream. You can also choose projects from other streams, though will only have priority within your own stream.

    Past projects from students of this stream have been:

    • The role of gut bacteria in the activation of T cells
    • Can the vaginal and endometrial microbiota determine IVF outcomes?
    • Metabolic investigation of Endobarrier surgery for Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

    Teaching and assessment

     

    Teaching methods

          

    • Computer tutorials
    • Journal Clubs
    • Laboratory/computational experience
    • Research supervision
    • Technical workshops
    • Tutorials and Seminars

     

    Assessment methods

     

    • Laboratory/computer based research
    • Oral presentation
    • Poster presentation
    • Research reports
    • Viva voce

      Entry requirements

       

      We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

      Minimum academic requirement

      Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree in an appropriate subject.

      International qualifications

      We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

      The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

      For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

      If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

      English language requirement (all applicants)

      All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

      For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

      How to apply

       

      You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

      .

      Before you apply

      Our MRes Biomedical Research degree has several streams and the application process will differ based on your chosen stream.

      The majority of streams are “open streams” meaning you follow the standard online application process (see Making an application in the How to apply section below). Open streams are those not associated with a specific studentship. If you are the recipient of a scholarship or studentship, please specify in your personal statement, regardless of which stream you choose.

      All of the MRes Biomedical Research streams are open streams, with the exception of:

      • Epidemiology, Evolution and Control of Infectious Diseases (read more about the 1+3)
      • Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science (MRC studentships; BHF studentships)

      The two streams above are part of 1+3 PhD doctoral training courses. Applicants wishing to apply to these streams must first submit an application for the relevant studentship. It is only after studentships are awarded that successful recipients will be asked to submit an online application.

      Please be aware the deadlines for studentships are much earlier than standard course deadlines and you are encouraged to submit an application prior to Christmas 2018 for 2019 entry.

      The requirement to hold a studentship applies only to the two streams named above, and Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science does also accept self-funded students.

      Making an application

      All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.

      Immunology

      Immunology

      by | Aug 6, 2019 | Medical

      Postgraduate Certificate

      ECTS: 30 credits
      Duration: 3 months full-time
      (standalone course)

      MSc

      ECTS: 90 credits
      Duration: 1 year full-time
      (including PG Cert)

      Overview

       

      The PG Certificate in Immunology will provide you with the theoretical principles of Innate and Adaptive Immunity, a unique chance to plan, design and conduct your own Mini-Research Project in our teaching laboratories as well as the opportunity to attend an Immunology conference and conduct an in-depth team presentation of one immunology topic of choice.

      The MSc in Immunology will build from the PG Certificate by taking you on a journey to investigate immunity in health and disease. To accompany you on this journey are our leaders in the field with whom you will subsequently have the opportunity to conduct a 7 months laboratory-based research project.

      In addition to preparing you to become a researcher in Immunology (main professional outcome) by helping you strengthen your knowledge, creativity and critical thinking skills, the programme will also give you a chance to develop your communication and team working skills.

       

      Study programme

        

      The Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) lasts three months and is made up of the first three core modules (first term) of the MSc.

      The MSc builds on the PG Cert with an additional module in Immunology in Health and Disease, and a substantial seven-month research project in one of our hosting laboratories.

      You can apply to either the PG Cert or MSc in the first instance. If you choose the PG Cert, you can apply to complete the MSc with a starting date of January the following academic year.

       

       

      Careers

       

      The Immunology programme provides excellent training if you are intending to pursue a career in scientific research (academia, industry, communication). A high proportion of our graduates The Immunology programme provides excellent training if you are intending to pursue a career in scientific research (academia, industry, communication). A high proportion of our graduates proceeds to PhD study, or, if medically qualified, to clinical practice or research.

      As well as scientific training, the MSc programme will expand your repertoire of transferable skills, allowing you to also enter a variety of non-scientific careers including finance, management and various types of consultancy.

        Structure

         

        Modules shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

         

         

        Core modules

         

        You study the three core modules below:

         

        Principles of Immunology

           

        The module will cover the principles of innate and adaptive immunity and therefore provide you with a solid understanding of immune players and interactions in a healthy environment. In addition, the module will provide you with an introduction to some practical laboratory and professional skills which will support your learning during the rest of the programme.

            

        Experimental Immunology

         

        The module is a Mini-Research Project during which you will work in pairs and experience a hands-on approach to experimental work, taking ownership of your mini project. In a set scientific frame, you will define your starting scientific hypothesis, design and execute your experimental plan, analyse and critique your own data and troubleshoot some of your experiments.

         

        Immunology in Practice

         

        You will attend the annual British Society of Immunology (BSI) conference (or winter school) during and after which you will work in small teams to investigate and report in–depth on a chosen topic of interest. In the unlikely event of the conference or winter school not taking place, you will be provided with current Northampton research topics in Immunology to investigate in your teams.

        Core modules

         

        Principles of Immunology

         

        The module will cover the principles of innate and adaptive immunity and therefore provide you with a solid understanding of immune players and interactions in a healthy environment. In addition, the module will provide you with an introduction to some practical laboratory and professional skills which will support your learning during the rest of the programme.

         

        Experimental Immunology

         

        The module is a Mini-Research Project during which you will work in pairs and experience a hands-on approach to experimental work, taking ownership of your mini project. In a set scientific frame, you will define your starting scientific hypothesis, design and execute your experimental plan, analyse and critique your own data and troubleshoot some of your experiments.

         

        Immunology in Practice

         

        You will attend the annual British Society of Immunology (BSI) conference (or winter school) during and after which you will work in small teams to investigate and report in–depth on a chosen topic of interest. In the unlikely event of the conference or winter school not taking place, you will be provided with current Northampton research topics in Immunology to investigate in your teams.

         

        Immunology in Health and Disease

         

        The module will take you on a journey amongst the topics of immunological research done at Northampton College. These include the immune response to bacterial, viral and parasitic infections, inflammation, immunology in autoimmune diseases as well as cancer immunology, but topics are subject to slightly change every year, depending on the most up to date research done in our laboratories.

         

        Immunology Research Project

         

        During this final module of the MSc, you will join a research team to conduct an experimental project. Provided by our staff, or found by yourself, the projects will be directly related to their subject of expertise and will allow you to experience life in a laboratory as well as use the scientific method to investigate in-depth an immunological question.

        Teaching and assessment

         

        Teaching methods

              

        Over the course of the programme, you will be taught using many approaches which are as much as possible reflective of the way the scientific community works and interacts.

        The taught part of the programme will require you to study independently prior to our face to face sessions and in teams. These will be in the form of:

        • small group tutorials
        • keynote lectures
        • data interpretation sessions
        • journal club
        • workshops
        • group work sessions
        • lectures
        In addition, you will have the opportunity to attend a conference (registration fees, accommodation and transport covered by the programme) during which you will get insight into the forefront of the discipline from the conference speakers. Finally, during your laboratory-based project, you will learn from interacting on a daily basis with researchers, presenting in lab meetings, attending seminars, observing others and receiving feedback on your work.

         

        Assessment methods

         

        Summative assessments will be in the form of:

        • computer-based closed-book examinations
        • oral individual and group presentations
        • conference written proceedings
        • posters
        • scientific papers
        • research project thesis and viva
        • research plan
        • laboratory meetings
        • coursework assessments.

        Assessments will take place during and at the end of each module.

          Entry requirements

           

          We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

          Minimum academic requirement

          Our minimum requirement is a 2.2 degree in an appropriate biological science subject (e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, medicine, dentistry or veterinary science).

          International qualifications

          We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

          The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

          For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

          If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

          English language requirement (all applicants)

          All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

          For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

          How to apply

           

          You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

          .

          Choosing your course

          This course is divided into two progressional levels of study:

          • PG Certificate (PG Cert)
          • MSc

          Each level of study has its own separate entry point; you can apply to either level in the first instance.

          Making an application

          All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.

          MSc Human Molecular Genetics

          MSc Human Molecular Genetics

          by | Aug 6, 2019 | Medical

          Master’s degree

          ECTS: 90 credits
          Duration: 1 years full-time

          Overview

           

          This course provides a broad grounding in human genetics, with the emphasis on the molecular aspects of human genetics, particularly in relation to human disease.

          It is aimed mainly at science graduates who seek research careers in areas such as fundamental human molecular genetics, genetic factors in human health and disease, or molecular and cytogenetic approaches to diagnosis.

          The course is flexible, and updated regularly to reflect important advances in human genetics.

          Teaching covers a wide range of topics, including the fundamentals of human genetics, clinical genetics and genomics, together with more advanced topics such as diabetes, cancer genetics, gene therapy, animal models and epigenetics.

           

          Study programme

            

          There are up to four weeks of intensive laboratory practical sessions, as well as computer practicals in bioinformatics and genomics, regular research seminars, student seminar and journal presentations, study group activities and a six-month full-time research project, where students pursue a novel research question within an active research group environment. Areas covered include:

          • analysis of human monogenic disease
          • analytical methods and bioinformatics
          • animal models and transgenesis
          • cancer genetics
          • diabetes
          • epigenetics
          • gene therapy
          • molecular diagnostics and clinical genetics
          • multifactorial inheritance
          • the fundamentals of human and molecular genetics

           

          Careers

           

          Approximately 50% of our students go on to do a PhD, 25% become research assistants/associates, while others go on to jobs in industry or further studies (bioinformatics/ computing, medicine).

          Typically one or two students every year enter the NHS in clinical genetics training posts.

            Structure

             

            Modules shown are for the current academic year and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

            Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

            Find out more about the limited circumstances in which we may need to make changes to or in relation to our courses, the type of changes we may make and how we will tell you about changes we have made.

             

            Core modules

             

            • 6–month research project
            • Analytical Methods in Human Genetics
            • Fundamentals of Molecular Genetics
            • Genetics of rare and common disease
            • Genomics in the Laboratory

            Teaching and assessment

             

            Teaching methods

                  

            • Lectures
            • Study group learning
            • Practical laboratory classes
            • Blackboard Learn
            • BL-embedded Qualitrics surveys
            • Class conference field trip
            • 6-month student research project
            • Panopto (lecture capture)
            • Research project placement
            • Tutorials
            • Videos
            • Workshops

             

            Assessment methods

             

            • E-learning exercises
            • Essays
            • Journal clubs
            • Lab performance
            • Oral examination
            • Peer formative assessment methods are used
            • Presentations (poster, oral and in the lab)
            • Research Dissertation
            • Study groups
            • Tutorial discussions
            • Written examination

            Entry requirements

             

            We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

            Minimum academic requirement

            Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree in biochemical sciences, genetics or other science-based degree.

            Mature applicants with relevant academic or professional experience will also be considered.

            International qualifications

            We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

            The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

            For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

            If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

            English language requirement (all applicants)

            All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

            For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

            How to apply

             

            You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

            .

            Making an application

            All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.

            MSc Healthcare and Design

            MSc Healthcare and Design

            by | Aug 6, 2019 | Medical

            Master’s degree

            ECTS: 90 credits
            Duration: 2 years part-time

            Overview

             

            This new course is designed to equip students from a wide range of professional practice backgrounds with the tools and techniques to instigate and lead innovation in healthcare systems, services and spaces.

            In doing so, we’ll provide you with a greater understanding of the USA health system and the systemic challenges it faces to remain sustainable.

            You’ll also gain an understanding of behavioural economics and how to apply that to design projects in order to maximise impact. This includes understanding the role of physical products and the environment in shaping people’s behavior.

            Some of the skills covered by the course include the ability to:

            • develop a business case and business model for an innovation, considering market and financial analysis
            • apply different theoretical models of innovation, explaining why some innovations succeed and others fail
            • rapidly research, manufacture and prototype a solution to a healthcare challenge

             

            Study programme

              

            The majority of taught modules (six out of eight modules) are shared between this course and the DETC MRes course for design professionals.

            There are two introductory modules designed specifically for each cohort to introduce the principles of design and healthcare respectively.

            Face-to-face teaching will take place in each module during one-week-long intensive sessions when students will be exposed to world leading experts and facilities from both Northampton and the DETC.

            You will also have the opportunity to participate in a range of individual and group activities.

             

            Is this programme for you?

             

            The taught modules cover health systems and policy in developing countries, health economics and how healthcare is financed, health and society, innovation, measuring performance, service delivery, the ageing society and leadership.

            Additionally, you complete a research dissertation during your second year of the MSc in an aspect of Health Policy that will advance best practice in your chosen area.

             

            Careers

             

            Our graduates will be well-placed to advance in a range of directions. Safety and quality are becoming increasingly important topics in the national dialogue of health systems, including the USA NHS. This is further compounded by tightening national budgets, and individuals who demonstrate an understanding of patient safety lapses and how to address them are increasingly valued by employers.

            Given the portfolio of high-calibre teaching staff, students are able to gain exposure to leaders in industry, academia and policy stakeholders.

            You graduate with advanced research skills in healthcare design, including critical design thinking, and entrepreneurship and leadership.

            Many graduates pursue further advanced study at PhD level in healthcare related design and innovation areas.

            You gain the knowledge and skills to:

            • Create and lead design innovations across a diverse range of healthcare contexts
            • Consult in design led innovations for healthcare

            Structure

             

            Modules shown are for the current academic year and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

            Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

            ..

             

            You take all of the modules below.

             

            • A Health Business Toolkit 
            • A Health Research Toolkit 
            • Introduction to Design and Innovation 
            • Introduction to Design Led Innovation in Healthcare

            You take all of the modules below.

            • Design dash  
            • Designing for Behaviour Change  
            • Innovation  
            • Leadership  

            Your research project accounts for one-third of your overall mark, and you are supervised by Imperial with the option of a second supervisor from the DETC.

            You will be encouraged to undertake this research project in your workplace. To manage this we may use ‘subject experts’ within your workplace to provide additional support.

            Teaching and assessment

             

            Teaching methods

                  

            You will experience a variety of teaching methods appropriate for a part-time degree, with some teaching taking place on campus and some online and at home. 

             

            Face-to-face teaching

             

            Your face-to-face teaching takes place in each module during a series of intensive sessions lasting one-week.

            You will be exposed to world leading experts and facilities, both at Northampton College .

            Teaching methods include:

            • Case-based discussions
            • Interactive lectures
            • Practical sessions
            • Seminars
            • Tutorials

            E-learning and blended learning

             

            You experience e-learning and blended learning alongside face-to-face teaching. These methods enable you to advance your learning, achieve learning outcomes and demonstrate your progress.

            • Group discussion boards
            • Other relevant module-related materials
            • Pre-module activities

             

            Assessment methods

             

            • Individual presentations –
              These are a follow up to your group work.
            • Written assessments –
              Including critical reflection, literature review, or topical essay.
            • Research project –
              A 10-15,000 word report plus a 15-minute oral presentation with questions.

            Entry requirements

             

            We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

            Minimum academic requirement

            Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree and either a clinical background or healthcare experience.

            International qualifications

            We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

            The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

            For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

            If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

            English language requirement (all applicants)

            All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

            For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

            How to apply

             

            You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

            .

            Making an application

            All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.

            Health Policy

            Health Policy

            by | Aug 6, 2019 | Medical

            Postgraduate Certificate

            ECTS: 30 credits
            Duration: 10/11 months part-time
            (standalone course)

            Postgraduate Diploma

            ECTS: 60 credits
            Duration: 22-23 months part-time
            (including PG Cert)

            Master’s degree

            ECTS: 90 credits
            Duration: 25 months part-time
            (including PG Cert and PG Dip)

            Overview

             

            Our courses in Health Policy offer you the chance to learn about important aspects of health policy from leading international academics and practitioners.

            Through intensive blocks of teaching coupled with personal study, you will acquire a detailed theoretical and practical understanding of health policy. We will introduce you to both quantitative and qualitative research techniques that will enable you to carry out original studies.

            You will also develop the ability to critique existing and emerging health policy on the basis of evidence and knowledge.

            In addition, you will gain a comparative perspective that enables you to consider the challenges affecting different regions and countries, as well as alternative potential responses to them. You will also have the opportunity to network with international peers.

            The courses are aimed at those already working in the health sector. You will acquire a detailed theoretical and practical understanding of health policy, with a view to improving the quality of such policy, both within the USA and internationally.

            Our MSc in Health Policy is delivered by the Institute of Global Health Innovation.

             

            Study programme

              

            We offer the following qualifications in Health Policy, which are available as a pathway that build to an MSc or as standalone qualifications:

             

            • PG Cert Health Policy (Policy Theory, Economics and Public Health)
              11 months (30 ECTS)
            • PG Cert Health Policy (Leading Innovative Change)
              10 months (30 ECTS)
            • PG Dip Health Policy
              21 months in total (based on completion of the two PG Certs) (60 ECTS)
            • MSc Health Policy
              23 months in total (based on completion of the PG Diploma + a 12-month research project) (90 ECTS)

            Postgraduate Certificate

             

            If you apply to the PG Cert initially, you have a choice of two streams:

            • Leading Innovative Change
            • Policy Theory, Economics and Public Health

             

            Postgraduate Diploma

               

            Completion of both PG Certificate streams results in the automatic award of the PG Diploma in Health Policy.

            Alternatively, you have the option to complete just one of the streams and exit with a standalone PG Certificate in your chosen stream title.

             

            Master of Science (MSc)

             

            The Master’s-level degree consists of a 12-month research project. Successful completion of this project, in addition to the PG Certificate and PG Diploma content, will result in the award of the MSc in Health Policy.

             

            Is this programme for you?

             

            The taught modules cover health systems and policy in developing countries, health economics and how healthcare is financed, health and society, innovation, measuring performance, service delivery, the ageing society and leadership.

            Additionally, you complete a research dissertation during your second year of the MSc in an aspect of Health Policy that will advance best practice in your chosen area.

            Structure

             

            Modules shown are for the current academic year and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

            Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

            .

             

             

            You take all of the modules below.

             

            • Health Systems and Policy
            • Health Economics for Health Policy
            • Financing Healthcare
            • Public Health

            You will take 4 modules in total, of which 2 are core and the others are chosen from the below lists.

             

            Core modules

             

            • Innovation in Healthcare
            • Health Service Delivery

            You will take 4 modules in total, of which 2 are core and the others are chosen from the below lists.

             

            Core modules

             

            • Innovation in Healthcare
            • Health Service Delivery

             

            Optional modules

             

            You will choose 1 module from each of the 2 groups below.

             

            Group 1

             

            • Measuring and Improving Performance in Healthcare
            • Communicating Health Policy
            Group 2

             

            • Leadership in Healthcare
            • Ageing and Society

             

            You will choose 1 module from each of the 2 groups below.

             

            Group 1
            • Measuring and Improving Performance in Healthcare
            • Communicating Health Policy
            Group 2
            • Leadership in Healthcare
            • Ageing and Society

            You can continue on to the MSc course, where you will complete a 12 month research project.

            Teaching and assessment

             

            Teaching methods

                  

            • 1-1 supervision meetings (MSc only)
            • Group discussions
            • Lectures
            • Seminars
            • Practical workshops
            • Site visits

             

            Assessment methods

             

            • Essays
            • Independent project (MSc only)
            • Presentations
            • Research project report

            Entry requirements

             

            We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

            Minimum academic requirement

            Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree and at least two years’ healthcare experience.

            International qualifications

            We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

            The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

            For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

            If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

            English language requirement (all applicants)

            All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

            For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

            How to apply

             

            You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

            We will start reviewing applications in December and will invite successful candidates to interview in the new year.

            We will schedule interviews on a rolling basis.  Please note that there is not a set application deadline for the MSc Genomic Medicine course but we strongly encourage candidates to apply before 1 July.

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            Choosing your course

            This course is divided into three progressional levels of study:

            • PG Certificate (PG Cert)
            • PG Diploma (PG Dip)
            • MSc

            Each level of study has its own separate entry point; you can apply to any level in the first instance.

            Making an application

            All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.

            MSc Health Data Analytics and Machine Learning

            MSc Health Data Analytics and Machine Learning

            by | Aug 6, 2019 | Medical

            MSc

            Duration: 1 year FT / 2 years PT
            ECTS: 90  credits

            Overview

             

            Our MSc in Health Data Analytics and Machine Learning is a one-year full-time course aimed at building a solid and common background in analysing health data.

            Your main objective is to develop skills in using appropriate cutting edge quantitative methods to fully exploit complex and high dimensional data.

            The course is delivered in collaboration with the Data Science Institute, with teaching from both the School and Institute undertaken by international experts with strong methodological background and expertise in the application of these approaches to large-scale medical and clinical data. The programme features extensive project-based learning using real data sets and addressing real scientific questions through module-specific projects work, and individual research projects.

            This Master’s is integrated in the research priorities of the School of Public Health, the Data Science Institute, the MRC Centre for Environment and Health, the USA Dementia Research Institute, and the pan-London Health Data Research USA initiative, through:

            • the contribution to teaching of key staff members (lectures, seminars, journal clubs)
            • the definition of research projects stemming from data available and yet under-exploited in each institute

            As such, not only the programme will equip students with cutting-edge statistical and machine learning techniques that are required to explore emerging ‘Big’ health data, but will also provide extensive experience in their application in a real-life setting in Environmental, Molecular, Cancer, and Computational epidemiology as well as in Population and Health sciences.

            Each module and the six-month research project includes project-based work. Projects are based on real data and will address real scientific questions from research staff within School of Public Health, Data Science Institute and industrial partners.

            Our MSc in Health Data Analytics and Machine Learning is delivered in partnership with the Data Science Institute.

             

            Study programme

              

            The programme is a full-time 12 month taught Master’s course, which runs from October-September.

            The course is divided between six core taught modules and one six-month research project.

            In term one, you share your first two modules with MSc Epidemiology and Master of Public Health students, ensuring a common foundation in epidemiology. The third core module is specific to this course.

            You will also set and agree a research project focus in your first term.

            In term two, you turn your focus to statistical methods in the three remaining core modules, as well as continuing in-depth planning for your research project.

            Your third term is predominantly made up of the research project.

            Careers

             

            Graduates of this course will have acquired the strong methodological background needed to perform in-depth analysis of medical and epidemiological high throughput datasets.

            You will graduate prepared to pursue further study at doctoral level, become an expert analyst in industry, and join large data companies.

            Structure

             

            Modules shown are for the current academic year and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

            Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

            Find out more about the limited circumstances in which we may need to make changes to or in relation to our courses, the type of changes we may make and how we will tell you about changes we have made.

             

            You take all of the core modules below.

            • Clinical Data Management
            • Computational Epidemiology
            • Introduction to Statistical Thinking and Data Analysis
            • Machine Learning
            • Principles and Methods in Epidemiology
            • Research project
            • Translational Data Sciences

             

            Teaching and assessment

             

            Teaching methods

                  

            • Case studies
            • Formal presentations
            • Group work exercises
            • Lectures
            • Seminars and practical coding activities

             

            Assessment methods

             

            • Individual and group coursework
            • Oral presentations
            • Research project report
            • Written examinations

            Entry requirements

             

            We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis.

            Minimum academic requirement

            Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree in mathematics, statistics, epidemiology or biology, or a medical degree.

            International qualifications

            We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

            The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a USA qualification.

            For guidance see our Country Index though please note that the standards listed here are the minimum for entry to the College, and not specifically this Department.

            If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team.

            English language requirement (all applicants)

            All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

            For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.

            How to apply

               

            You can submit one application form per year of entry, and usually choose up to two courses.

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            Making an application

            All applicants to our Master’s courses must apply online.