find your perfect postgrad program
Search our Database of 30,000 Courses
University of Sheffield: Reproductive and Developmental Medicine
| Institution | University of Sheffield |
|---|---|
| Department | Human Metabolism |
| Web | http://www.sheffield.ac.uk |
| om-pgt-enquiries@sheffield.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 114 215 9664 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Explore the science behind reproductive and developmental processes and their clinical applications. Develop specialist knowledge as a scientist or clinician, or prepare for further training in IVF or embryology.
**Course description**
This course covers the biological, clinical and social issues surrounding fertility, pregnancy, prenatal development and childbirth. It covers the fundamentals of reproductive science and their clinical applications.
You will study topics ranging from genetics, gonadal development, the production of gametes and embryo development, through to pregnancy and labour. Disorders that can affect fertility, foetal development and pregnancy are covered, along with their treatments. You will also explore social issues, and the ethical and legal debates surrounding reproductive medicine.
Each module is taught by experts, including clinicians, embryologists, reproductive counsellors, genetic testing specialists and scientists.
Purpose-built facilities
Most of our teaching takes place in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals’ purpose-built Jessop Wing, which is home to working maternity wards and as well as the Reproductive and Developmental Medicine team. There is an assisted conception unit, an andrology clinic, imaging, ultrasound and neonatology facilities, and a dedicated teaching and lab space.
Research project
You will apply the knowledge you have gained in the first half of your degree to a six-month research project in the second half. This will give you experience of life as a scientific researcher, and you choose from a wide range of areas to identify a research topic that matches your interests. Projects can be based in the lab or have a clinical focus that involves working with clinical data sets or directly with patients.
**Intercalation**
We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You'll need a minimum of a 2:1 in a relevant life science undergraduate degree such as biochemistry, biology, genetics, molecular biology or a degree in veterinary science or medicine. A 2:2 degree may be acceptable depending on an interview and assessment of your past achievements. Medical students can intercalate after completing three years of their medical degree. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent. |
Summary
This course provides training in reproductive and developmental medicine for scientists, clinicians and those looking to specialise. It's a good platform for a research career or a career in clinical laboratory training for IVF or embryology.
**Course description**
Lead academic: Dr Mark Fenwick
The course, taught by leading scientists, clinicians and embryologists, provides training in reproductive and developmental medicine for scientists, clinicians and others, for instance ethical advisers or lawyers looking to specialise. It’s a good platform for a research career or a career in clinical laboratory training for IVF or embryology.
Through the taught modules you’ll develop a solid understanding of reproductive science relevant to clinical applications. We cover the breadth of processes from gonadal development and production of gametes through to pregnancy and parturition. Each module is taught by leading scientists and clinicians in that field.
You’ll also have the opportunity to learn about the ethical issues and international laws regulating reproductive medicine. Finally, you’ll undertake a research project to develop a depth of knowledge in a specialist topic.
Completion of this course will prepare you for a range of opportunities, including:
- a PhD (or MD) programme in reproductive science
- a clinical laboratory training programme
- specialising in assisted reproductive technologies (ART), embryology or andrology. Remember that our course does not provide training in clinical embryology techniques such as IVF and ICSI - these require specialist courses elsewhere
- sub-specialising in reproductive medicine for doctors, lawyers and ethical advisors
- a medical or teacher training programme.
**Intercalation**
We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the Medical School website.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You’ll need a 2:1 in a life science subject – biochemistry, biology, genetics, molecular biology – veterinary science or medicine. Medical students can intercalate after completion of three years of their medical degree. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent. |
Not what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Medicine (general and para-medical), Science, Biology or Developmental biology, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Postgraduate Bursary Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you studying as a PG student at the moment or have you recently been accepted on a postgraduate program? Apply now for one of our £2000 PGS bursaries.
Click here
