Life Sciences at The University of the West of England, Bristol
Taught MSc courses at UWE Bristol in the School of Life Sciences include a broad range of subject areas including Biomedical Science, Biotechnology (Forensic Genetics, Genomics Research), Environmental and Public Health and Science Communication.
We have strong links with business, industry, charities, the NHS, Government and Research Councils, with whom we regularly engage in knowledge exchange activities. The School supports two key research institutes – The Institute of Bio-Sensing Technology - www.biosensingtech.co.uk - and the Genomics Research Institute and six active research centres http://science.uwe.ac.uk/research/
MSc in Biomedical Science
http://www.science.uwe.ac.uk/MScPGDipbiomedicalscience/
This well established programme enables full-time study over one year, in one of the following specialised subject areas: Cellular Pathology, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Medical Microbiology, Immunology. UWE has a long and successful track record in teaching and research in the Biomedical Sciences and you will be fully supported in your specialist subject area.
MSc Forensic Genetics
http://science.uwe.ac.uk/MScForensicGenetics/MScForensicGenetics.htm
The MSc Forensic Genetics programme aims to enhance awareness and understanding of the biotechnology techniques currently used in forensic genetics including STR analysis and interpretation, population genetics, the study of mitochondrial DNA and Y chromosome markers. This will enable students to acquire key laboratory skills in all fields of forensic DNA typing and interpretation. Recent developments in forensic genetics have resulted in the ability to obtain the identity of an individual using only a small number of cells. This has been extremely useful in identifying perpetrators of violent crime, establishing paternity and for identifying victims involved in mass disasters. The programme will be underpinned by an independent research project which represents one third of the MSc.
MSc in Genomics Research
http://science.uwe.ac.uk/MScGenomicsResearch/index.htm
The MSc Genomics Research (Molecular Biotechnology) programme aims to enhance awareness and understanding of modern molecular biology concepts and techniques including genomics, proteomics, cell signalling and bioinformatics, and to enable students to acquire key laboratory skills in genomics research. The recent dramatic shift within the biosciences towards genomics is emphasised by high profile achievements such as the human genome project. We are now in a post-genomics era which promises to provide the main platform for research leading to the next generation of fundamental advances in biological science, and to the delivery of novel applications across the spectrum from crop production to human health. The programme will be underpinned by an independent research project which represents one third of the MSc.
MSc in Environmental Consultancy
http://science.uwe.ac.uk/MScEnvironmentalConsultancy/
This MSc is suitable for those who wish to acquire professional skills associated with the identification, assessment, evaluation and control of the environmental problems facing businesses today. The programme provides vocational postgraduate education in environmental consultancy to meet the needs of the professional environmental consultant when confronting environmental issues and problems. Students completing this award are eligible to become members the Institute of Environmental Science (IES) and depending on the modules studied may also be eligible for membership of the Institute of Waste Management. Many entrants to the programme are maybe those who already have experience of the environmental consultancy profession.
MSc in Environmental Health
http://science.uwe.ac.uk/EnvironmentalHealth/PGStudiesInEnvHealth.htm
The postgraduate programme in environmental health aims to provide vocational education for graduates who are interested in the promotion of human health and welfare. It is designed to enable students to develop an in-depth understanding of the relationship between humans and the environment and to develop the knowledge, experience and skills to equip them for a career as an Environmental Health Practitioner.
MSc in Public Health
http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/bl9412/2008
This modular programme is designed for professionals working, or intending to work, in the fields of health promotion, health protection or healthy communities, in developed and developing countries. Genuinely multidisciplinary, the programme also integrates the knowledge of specialists from many backgrounds including dentists, pharmacists, social scientists, public health and health promotion specialists, psychologists, epidemiologists, health visitors, nurses and midwives.
MSc in Occupational Safety & Health
This programme provides vocational postgraduate education to meet the needs of the health and safety professional in confronting health issues in a range of working environments. It is designed as a postgraduate degree for those who wish to complement their existing skills and hold either the NEBOSH Diploma or a related Honours Degree.
MSc in Science Communication
http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/p90012/2008
The Science Communication Unit based at UWE, is renowned for its innovative and diverse range of national and international activities, designed to engage the public with science. The Science Communication Unit has developed a truly world class MSc programme attracting students from around the globe. The Unit pools its expertise, resources and contacts to deliver a Master's programme that offers unrivalled professional development opportunities for those already working as science communicators or aiming to move into the field.
Andrew Carter
andrew.carter@uwe.ac.uk
(t) +44 (0) 117 32 82304
science.uwe.ac.uk/postgraduate
