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University of Aberdeen: School of Medical Sciences
University of Aberdeen
School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences, and Nutrition provides a dynamic, world-class teaching, learning and research environment creating opportunities for greater knowledge and scientific discovery that will underpin maintaining good health and the treatment of disease.
Top UK University
We are proud to be ranked 2nd in the UK for Medicine in the Guardian University League Table 2022 and 3rd in the UK for Sports Science and 3rd in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology according to the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022. We are also ranked as a Top 20 UK University in the Guardian University Guide 2022 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022. We consistently achieve high levels of student satisfaction and our graduates are highly sought after by employers. In the latest National Student Survey 2022, we are ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction.
Research Excellence
Organised into Institutes, incorporating world-class Research Centres, our research is focused in areas of excellence which address the key challenges facing society today. These include health, nutrition and wellbeing, cancer, cardiovascular science and diabetes, arthritis and musculoskeletal health. In 2018, the University of Aberdeen was presented with the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of the University’s world-leading research into health services over the last 40 years. In the latest Research Excellence Framework we were ranked 1st in Scotland and 8th in the UK for Public Health, Health Services and Primary Care.
Foresterhill Campus
Located at the heart of the Foresterhill Health Campus, one of the largest health campuses in Europe, our state-of-the-art facilities include the Suttie Centre for Teaching and Learning in Healthcare, the Institute of Medical Sciences, the Institute of Applied Health Sciences and the world-renowned Rowett Institute which plays a major role in the UK research capability in nutrition and human health.
Our students benefit from access to cutting-edge facilities and technologies keeping us at the forefront of developments in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Science Teaching Hub
Our new, purpose built, Science Teaching Hub opened in early 2022 and offers our medical sciences students a state-of-the-art learning environment including advanced analytical tools and flexible laboratory spaces. Students have access to research grade equipment to best prepare them for their future career, whilst the completely paperless environment allows for a more hands-on learning experience. The open plan layout offers a fantastic opportunity for interdisciplinary and collaborative teaching, providing a safe working space to equip our students with the science skills of the future.
Masters Programmes
We have a thriving community of postgraduate students undertaking both taught and research degree programmes which strongly link to our areas of research expertise.
Our Masters programmes have been developed to provide the skills, knowledge and expertise to keep students at the forefront of innovation and pioneering treatments for disease. Programmes are delivered on a one year full-time or two-year part-time basis, starting in September and/or January, depending on the programme. Some of our programmes can be studied fully online or via blended learning (a mix of classroom, online and in some instances, work-based learning).
Biomedical Sciences
MSc Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
MSc Cardiovascular Science and Diabetes
MSc Immunology and Immunotherapy
MSc Microbiology
MSc Molecular Medicine
MSc Reproductive and Developmental Biology
Clinical Pharmacology and Drug Development
MSc Clinical Pharmacology
MSc Drug Discovery and Development
MSc Precision Medicine and Pharmacological Innovation
Health Sciences
Master of Public Health (also available online)
MSc Clinical Nutrition (online)
MSc Global Health and Management
MSc Health Data Science
MSc Health Psychology
MSc Human Nutrition
MSc Health Economics for Health Professionals (online)
MSc Health Data Science
MSc Applied Health Sciences
Medical Physics and Imaging
MSc Medical Imaging
MSc Medical Physics
Healthcare Education
MSc Clinical Education (online)
MSc Physician Associate Studies
PgCert Research Methods for Health
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
PgCert Applied Anatomy
Dentistry
MSc Advanced Restorative Dental Practice
MSc Special Care Dentistry
We also offer a range of online short courses, allowing you to gain new skills and build qualifications to progress in your career. View our short courses here.
Scholarships and Funding
We offer a substantial portfolio of scholarships and bursaries aimed at supporting students with their studies. Visit our online funding database to search for all the available funding sources available.
News and Events
For our latest news and research updates follow us on Facebook, Twitter and School Blog. You can also engage with our staff and students via our virtual events and Unibuddy, our easy-to-use chat system letting you speak one-on-one with relevant staff members and students.
For further information, or to apply, contact:
School of Medicine, Medical Science and Nutrition
Foresterhill
Aberdeen
AB25 2ZD
Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 272000
Email: study@abdn.ac.uk
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