Molecular Mechanistic Toxicology programme at University of Birmingham provides students with a research-orientated training in one of the most rapidly developing areas of toxicology: the use of molecular and cell biology to develop an understanding of chemical toxicity at the cellular and molecular level. You will study within a lively, highly interactive teaching and research environment.
Molecular Mechanistic Toxicology, M.Res.
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About
One of the most rapidly developing areas of toxicology is the use of molecular, cell biology and omics to identify adverse outcome pathways (AOPs) and to develop a mechanistic understanding of chemical toxicity at the cellular and molecular level.
This is not only of fundamental interest (i.e., understanding the mechanism of action) but it also relates to an increased need for a mechanistic component in chemical risk assessment and development of high throughput screens for chemical toxicity.
The MRes in Molecular Mechanistic Toxicology at University of Birmingham is a one-year full-time programme that provides students with a research-orientated training in a lively, highly interactive teaching and research environment.
The programme is coordinated by the School of Biosciences, which is recognised internationally as a major centre for both teaching and research in Toxicology. Molecular Toxicology is a major component of the School of Biosciences research activities along with interactions with other departments including Chemistry and the Medical School.
Careers
There is a demand for Toxicologists with molecular biology training in industry and other research organisations. The skills you gain from this course will stand you in good stead to enter research-based careers in the pharmaceutical industry and the medical sciences. You will also have enhanced your opportunities to further your research training by studying for the degree of PhD.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Metabolism and Mechanisms of Toxicity
- Forensic, Clinical and Occupational Toxicology
- Skills Module
- Laboratory research project
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 12 months
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- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Upper Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- At least a 2:1 Honours degree with a substantial component of molecular biology
Tuition Fee
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4320 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4320 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
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- Home/EU students: £2,160 PT
Living costs for Birmingham
- 765 - 1140 GBP/monthLiving Costs
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