MSc Molecular Medicine

Year 1

(Award available for year: Master of Science)

Learning outcomes

Subject Specific Learning Outcomes

LO1  Describe the current understanding in the field of human disease biology systematically and critically. (CS1)
LO2  Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the latest technologies currently used in the field of Molecular Medicine. (CS2)
LO3  Appraise and implement procedures and research methods applicable to biomedical research accurately. (CS1 – ethics & data governance, CS2)
LO4  Generate, gather and appraise research data and communicate your conclusions to a scientific audience. (CS3, 4)
LO5  Critically evaluate and synthesise scientific information from a range of sources to advance your knowledge and develop original ideas. (CS4,5)
LO6  Disseminate knowledge and original ideas accurately and effectively to a professional audience. (CS5,6)
LO7  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction in managing your learning, your course work, seeking support and feedback. (CS7,8)
LO8 Methodically plan and conduct original research in an area related to biomedical research and human diseases to advance knowledge (CS1-8).

Skills Learning Outcomes

SLO1 Demonstrate proficiency using various search engines to gather relevant data and information related to biomedical research, as well as using software to analyse data and produce diagrams illustrating concepts for inclusion in written reports and oral presentations. (working, academic, digital skills)
SLO2 Demonstrate critical evaluation of literature relevant to biomedical research and the ability appraise key concepts related to experimental approaches in biomedical research. (academic skills)
SLO3 Demonstrate the ability to take a logical approach to understand, interpret, analyse and manipulate numerical data in biomedical research. (academic skills)
SLO4 Demonstrate efficient time management in the preparation for tutorials, reading and critique of primary research papers, analysis of data, synthesising written work, generating digital presentations, and adhering to deadlines to submit the assessments.  (working, academic skills)
SLO5 Demonstrate the ability to present information in a clear, concise, and structured manner, both in a verbal and written form, and the ability to use visual aids appropriately to support written work and oral presentations.  (working, enterprise and academic skills)
SLO6 Demonstrate the ability to use the correct scientific language appropriate to their level of studies and good academic practice, including referencing and using their own language instead of plagiarizing. (academic skills)

Assessment

For the degree of Masters, students will be assessed by a variety of methods such as oral and poster presentations, journal clubs, literature reviews and research reports, bioinformatic course work or study design. These assessments will be closely aligned to the subject specific learning outcomes and enable student to reach our competence standards. The diversity in assessment method will ensure the students are assessed in an inclusive manner. Each 15-credit module has 1 or 2 assessments so that the student have adequate opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in an inclusive manner. Certain types of assessments such as literature reviews, oral presentations or poster presentations are purposefully repeated across modules and terms. For example, the content of the presentations will evolve as the course progresses, from presenting published content orally to presenting novel data generated during the research project. Similarly, students will receive extensive guidance and formative support in term 1 and will develop more and more independence to complete these tasks each term. This strategy is to ensure the students improve their work ready and academic skills throughout the course. These assessments are authentic representations of regular work activities in the vast majority of the professional roles our students will apply for once they have completed the course.

Students will be directed towards a specific tutor for support and guidance to prepare their assessments. This may be during tutorial session or in one-to-one sessions. Formative feedback opportunities will be offered and highlighted in each module.