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University of Bedfordshire: Pharmacology with Data Analytics

Institution University of Bedfordshire
Department School of Life Sciences
Web http://www.beds.ac.uk
Email admission@beds.ac.uk
Telephone 0300 3300 073
Study type Taught

Summary

Designed for graduates without a computing background, this two-year Master’s gives you the high-quality pharmacological skills you need to work in the field of drug discovery and development alongside teaching you valuable IT skills. You explore areas such as the mechanisms of drug action at molecular level; the treatment of human disease; and the latest cell and molecular technologies. The Data Analytics units cover programming, databases, security and computer networking, with opportunities to apply your IT knowledge to real-world problems.

Facilities and specialist equipment - Modern STEM building with purpose-built facilities and bespoke study spaces.

  • State-of-the-art cell culture lab and analytical science suite.

  • Industry-standard technology to emulate the professional workplace.

  • Specialised equipment for high-end pharma and biotech experiments, including HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines and facilities for qPCR and protein analysis.

Industry links The University’s Life Sciences Liaison Board draws in industry-wide professionals such as GSK, Pharmaron and the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. The Board’s close collaboration with real-world organisations ensures our course aligns with the needs of both industry and society as well as providing you with invaluable opportunities for networking and work experience.

Student experience Benefit from our student-centred, employment-based approach to learning to ensure you get the most from your degree, combining traditional lectures, workshops and tutorials with hands-on lab work and small-group teaching. Explore fundamental IT-based tools and techniques through integrated data analytics units then apply your knowledge in hands-on practice. Gain key transferable skills in critical thinking; integration of knowledge; effective communication; and successful leadership. Learn from academics whose research and professional expertise feeds back into their teaching, creating a vibrant, practical-oriented learning environment. Our staff use their active involvement in progressive areas such as cancer pathways and medicine development to keep you up-to-date with the latest industry advancements. Gain specialist knowledge thanks to subject-relevant field trips and talks from external experts, including a visit to MSD-Merck and a workshop run by the UK Health Security Agency. Connect with leading employers through our annual STEM Careers Expo. Achieve your potential with support and guidance from your own personal academic tutor. Develop your specialist interests in your laboratory research project, where you can choose from one of four core areas.

MSc

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