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MSc in Reproduction and Development
| Awards Available | MSc Postgraduate Diploma Postgraduate Certificate |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | One year full-time; two years part-time |
| Part-time study available? | Yes |
| Number of places | 10 full-time equivalents |
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Programme overview
This innovative MSc programme makes extensive use of the internet to provide a comprehensive theoretical foundation in the areas of human reproduction and development.
The programme is designed to appeal to a wide range of postgraduate students including scientists, nurses and clinicians. Residential workshops will be held in Bristol, comprising lectures and seminars as well as journal clubs, practical sessions and assessments. Each distance-learning module will comprise online tutorials and lectures plus essays and assessment by email and conferencing.
Entry requirements
An honours degree (or international equivalent) in a biological or related science, or medicine. Computer skills including word-processing and email. Computer connected to the internet (preferably broadband) for the duration of the programme.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Core units
- Reproductive Physiology and Endocrinology
The structure and function of the organs of the male and of the female reproductive system and the role of the endocrine system in the control and maintenance of reproduction.
- Gametogenesis to Implantation
The origin of gametes and gametogenesis in both the male and female.
- Statistics and Research Methods
The principles of basic statistics for study design and analysis and to critically evaluate published research.
- Human Development and Pregnancy
The principles of human foetal and newborn development and growth, together with an understanding of the factors that influence normal and abnormal development of key body systems.
- Statistics and Research Methods
The principles of basic statistics as applied to study design, analysis of study results and critical evaluation of published research.
- Infertility - Diagnosis and Management
A comprehensive understanding of the primary and secondary levels of infertility diagnosis and management, including the clinical and laboratory techniques used in the diagnosis of fertility.
- Project
You conduct a literature appraisal of an appropriate area of study and present this in written form and orally with a mini poster.
Application deadline: 1st August 2014
Get in touch
School of Clinical Sciences
Obstetrics and
Gynaecology
Level D, St Michael's Hospital
Bristol
BS2 8EG
Tel: +44 (0)117 342 5293
Senior Postgraduate Admissions Administrator
Tel: +44 (0)117 331 6824
Email: red-msc@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/red-msc
International students
Open to international students? Yes, however you will not be able to obtain a Tier 4 student visa for this programme. International applicants will need to secure a student visitor visa for entry to the UK for each period of study.
English-language requirements: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Full-time: UK/EU £7,200;
overseas £18,000
Part-time: UK/EU £3,600;
overseas: £9,000
Fees are quoted per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students is available from the Student Funding Office website.
Research Assessment Score
Unit of Assessment 15 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details.
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