MSc Regenerative Medicine

at National University of Ireland Galway

The first two semesters will consist of modules covering the scientific principles of stem cells, gene therapy, tissue engineering, immunology and pharmacology. Training in scientific concepts and techniques important to biomedical research takes place via a series of laboratory-based practical sessions. The regulatory issues involved in translating research observation to an approved treatment for patients will be a focus throughout the course. During the summer semester, students embark on individual laboratory-based research projects.

The modules on offer include:

• Regenerative Medicine;
• Translational Medicine;
• Advanced Research Technique;
• Tissue Engineering;
• Scientific Writing;
• Pharmacology;
• Anatomy;
• Research Project and Thesis;
• Physiology-Human Body Function;
• Introduction to Business;
• Economic Evaluation in Healthcare;
• Biostatistics;
• Bioinformatics.

Applicants should have, or should expect to obtain, at least a Second Class Honours degree in a biological/life science or medicine. Students who have a degree without Honours in a related area and have three or more years of practical experience in the subject area will also be eligible to apply for this course.

Fees: EU
€8,900 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Tuition
€8,760 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Student levy
€140 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Non EU
€17,740 p.a. 2022/23
 

Student levy €140 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.

Graduates of this course have found employment in biomedical device amd biotechnology companies and clinical research organisations in Ireland and abroad. Many graduates have obtained PhD studentships in Ireland and the UK, as well as in Austria, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Canada and the USA. Some graduates have gone on to study medicine, and graduates with clinical backgrounds have progressed to clinical fellowships.