Advanced Bioscience Techniques and Research Facility Management

Entry requirements

We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Computer Sciences or closely related disciplines (e.g. Biochemistry or Medical Engineering).

Months of entry

September

Course content

The programme offers extensive hands-on training in advanced bioscience research techniques and on-site induction to the operation and management of core research facilities. The programme prepares students for a broad range of professions that require experimental biological/biomedical research skills and particularly for the roles of specialist research staff (e.g. equipment specialists, data analysis specialists) and managers of core research facilities.

• Mastering advanced bioscience techniques and gaining research experience as well as obtaining theoretical knowledge in the research areas aligned with the applications of the bioscience techniques.
• Gaining knowledge and experience in the operation and management of core research facilities.
• Pursuing a career of specialist research staff (e.g. equipment specialists, data analysis specialists) and/or manager of core research facilities.

• State-of-the-art methodological/technical knowledge in the Bioscience research field.
• Data analysis, curation, interpretation and presentation.
• Recent scientific developments relevant to cutting edge techniques utilised in Core Research Facilities and applications of these techniques.
• The role, functioning and management of a core research facility.
• Ability to plan, conduct and present a major piece of original, independent research.

Information for international students

Applications from international students are welcomed. Country specific information on entry requirements is listed on our website: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/international/countries/. All applicants must have reached a minimum required standard of English language and are required to provide evidence of this, unless you’re from a majority English speaking country. We accept a variety of international language tests and country-specific qualifications which can be found on our international webpages. International applicants who do not meet the minimum required standard of English language can complete one of our Pre-Sessional English courses to achieve the required level.

Fees and funding

Please visit the course page on the University website to find more information about fees.