Course Structure

The course is a full time (over twelve months) or part time (over 24 months) taught programme with modular content, based around two strands: medical biotechnology and business management.

You will be required to complete 8 core taught modules and also select a further 2 elective modules.

Assessment
Most modules are assessed through coursework, such as presentations, reports and essays. Some modules have in-module tests as an assessment component.

• Two thirds of the final mark will be derived from assessments of the 8 core and 2 optional taught modules.
• One third of the final mark will be derived from the project dissertation.

Project Dissertation
You will be required to complete a project dissertation. You will be encouraged to develop your own project title (selection subject to availability of an appropriate supervisor) although a range of potential areas of study will be offered.

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Career Opportunities

This MSc is suitable for those looking for a career in medical biotechnology and related industrial sectors where employees need multidisciplinary knowledge.

Graduates are expected to work in a wide range of jobs including project management, business development and general managerial positions.

Career destinations include:

• Parexel
• IQVIA
• Abcam
• Informa PLC
• Oxford University Hospital
• The Binding Site
• Ashfield Healthcare

Job titles include: Clinical Trials Data Clerk, Graduate Trainee, Technology Graduate Associate, MSD Women's Health Account Executive, Regulatory Affairs Officer, Clinical Research Associate and Healthcare Analyst..

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