Overview
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.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Metabolism and Mechanisms of Toxicity
- Forensic, Clinical and Occupational Toxicology
- Skills Module
- Laboratory research project
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Disciplines
Toxicology Molecular Sciences Biochemistry View 98 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- At least a 2:1 Honours degree with a substantial component of molecular biology
Tuition Fee
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International
22500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 22500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
4380 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4380 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
- Home/EU students: £2,190 PT
Funding
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