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Liverpool John Moores University: Clinical Embryology
| Institution | Liverpool John Moores University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences |
| Web | https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/ |
| courses@ljmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 231 5090 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Set yourself up for a career in fertility treatment and reproductive research on this unique Clinical Embryology MSc. The master’s is designed and run in conjunction with Care Fertiity, a leading fertility network. It is the only fully integrated UK clinical embryology masters taught with fertility treatment providers.
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Study on this Clinical Embryology MSc, which is jointly taught by LJMU and Care Fertility
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Learn from academic, research-active staff at LJMU and clinical embryology and reproductive medicine specialists at Care Fertility
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Focus on practical experiences, patient journeys and current advances in fertility research
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Provides a strong practical and academic foundation and knowledge base to prepare you for a career in assisted reproduction
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Benefit from teaching in state-of-the-art facilities at LJMU and Care Fertility
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Obtain hands-on training in clinical embryology procedures, including semen analysis, ICSI, blastocyst biopsy and vitrification
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Develop an in-depth understanding of current and developing technologies relevant to the fertility sector, including automation, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
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Get first-hand experience of Care Fertility’s AI tool CareMaps, which has been developed in-house for embryo assessment and selection
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Meet international guest lecturers and build your scientific communication skills and professional network
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Choose from a broad array of clinical research projects and learn how to prepare your work for publication
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Gain careers advice and support from Care Fertility supervisors
The MSc Clinical Embryology programme has been designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of assisted reproductive technologies. You will have access to specialist, state-of-the-art laboratories at both LJMU and Care Fertility Manchester and will receive training in standard and relevant new technologies. Care Fertility's dedicated training laboratory features six fully-equipped zones for hands-on practical work and expert demonstrations. Each zone has a microscope, laser and micromanipulator with access to IVF incubators and consumables. There is also a dedicated area with audio-visual tools for teaching, discussion and study with live-link video to the on-site clinical IVF laboratory, where you will also spend time observing the work of the embryology and andrology teams.
The curriculum is research-led and the latest advances will be explored in student-focused seminars. Upon graduation, you will have a competitive edge in the fertility treatment jobs market. Please note that this degree does not lead to state registration as a Clinical Scientist. If you require further careers advice on the route to becoming an embryologist/andrologist, please contact: courses@ljmu.ac.uk for more information.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 34500 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Qualify for a career in fertility treatment and reproductive research on this new Clinical Embryology MSc, designed and run in conjunction with industry.
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Study on this Clinical Embryology MSc, which is jointly taught by LJMU and CARE Fertility
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The course is the only fully integrated UK clinical embryology masters taught with fertility treatment providers
-
Learn from academic, research-active staff at LJMU and clinical embryology and reproductive medicine specialists at CARE Fertility
-
Focuses on practical experiences and current advances in fertility research
-
Provides a strong practical and academic foundation and knowledge base to prepare you for a career in assisted reproduction
-
Develop an in-depth understanding of current technologies relevant to the fertility treatment sector
-
Benefit from teaching in state-of-the-art facilities at LJMU and CARE Fertility
The MSc Clinical Embryology programme has been designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of assisted reproductive technologies. You will have access to specialist, state-of-the-art laboratories at both LJMU and CARE Fertility Manchester and will receive training in relevant new technologies. CARE Fertility's dedicated training laboratory features four fully-equipped zones for hands-on practical work and expert demonstrations. Each zone has a microscope, laser and micromanipulator with access to IVF incubators and consumables. There is also a dedicated area with audio-visual tools for teaching, discussion and study with live-link video to the on-site clinical IVF laboratory.
The curriculum is research-led and the latest advances will be explored in student-focused seminars. Upon graduation, you will have a competitive edge in the fertility treatment jobs market. Please note that this degree does not lead to state registration as a Clinical Scientist. If you require further careers advice on the route to becoming an embryologist/andrologist, please contact: scienceadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk for more information.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 30000 GBP for Year 1 |
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