Course Summary
This advanced taught Masters programme in Clinical Chemistry is offered on a part-time basis over two years and is delivered by a panel of national and international medical and scientific experts in the discipline.
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This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applications must have:
1. An Honours degree (at first, 2.1, or 2.2 level) in a health sciences or biomedical discipline, or a medical, dental or nursing degree; OR
2. Membership or eligibility for membership of the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine; OR
3. Have two years current or previous work experience in clinical biochemist or medical scientist posts.
Applicants applying under Point (2) should provide documentary evidence, such as a letter from the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine, confirming their membership or eligibility for membership.
Applicants applying under Point (2) should provide full details of their current and previous experience with their application.
Applicants meeting these criteria will be required to attend an interview assessing knowledge and aptitude.
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The course has been running since 2005, and many of our past students have gone on to complete higher specialist medical training in chemical pathology or reach senior scientific positions in laboratory medicine. Graduates will also advance their career prospects both in terms of promotion eligibility and post-graduate training, as well as open the doors to further academic research, including a Ph.D. programme.