M.Sc in Applied Bioscience

at Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge

Core modules:

• Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics
• Contemporary Medical Diagnostics
• Research Methods and Preparation
• Laboratory Techniques in Bioscience
• Professional and Ethical Practice
• Major Project

Assessment

We use a range of assessment methods to enable both you and the university to check your progress during your studies and then to ensure that you meet the required standards when you complete the course.

Although they vary, our assessment strategies are all carefully designed to challenge you so that you expand your critical and analytical thinking as well as your problem-solving skills. The assessments will enable you to demonstrate that you can synthesise existing knowledge and accumulate new knowledge, and will evidence the development of your professional practice.  Some examples of assessment include poster and oral presentations, essays and portfolios of evidence. In addition, you will undertake practicals in many of the modules, developing your technical laboratory skills.

Please note that you will need to complete all of the above core modules. This course does not have any optional modules.

Entry requirements

Main

• A first or second class Honours Degree (2:1 or 2:2), based in a science related degree or cognate subject, from a UK Higher Education Institution, or its equivalent, or the equivalent in experiential learning (a minimum of five years of qualifying employment). All applicants will be required to demonstrate their preparedness for the modules in Applied Bioscience. Prospective students with non-standard entry qualifications are advised to discuss their personal position with the course leader before applying.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Important additional notes

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.

Fees & funding

Course fees
UK students starting 2022/23 (full-time, per year)
£9,500

UK students starting 2022/23 (part-time, per year)
£4,750

International students starting 2022/23 (full-time, per year)
£15,000

International students starting 2022/23 (part-time, per year)
£7,500

Careers

Healthcare is a rapidly growing and constantly evolving sector. MSc Applied Bioscience course encourages the development of specialist cross-disciplinary laboratory skills, such as molecular genetics and bioinformatics, accompanied by an emphasis on professional practice.  Graduates from the MSc Applied Bioscience course will have training to progress into a wide range of careers within the sciences, including industry and academic research, clinical trials, product development, production and quality assurance.

Cambridge is the home of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, the Biomedical Campus at Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Babraham Research Institute. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to attend seminars or events with Cambridge’s many local biotechnology companies.  Graduates from the course are also in the perfect position to continue an academic career and move up to our Biomedical Science PhD.

MSc Applied Bioscience is the right course for you if you:

• Want to develop a wide array of practical and conceptual scientific skills which are vital for a career in Biosciences
• Find the biosciences fascinating and want to deepen your understanding of the applications in healthcare
• Are interested in pursuing a career in research – either academic, clinical or industrial