Clinical Embryology and In Vitro Fertilisation (distance learning)

Overview

Infertility is a global issue, with approximately one in seven couples of reproductive age, around 80 million people worldwide, having difficulties to conceive. 

Therefore, there is an increasing worldwide demand for assisted reproductive technology (ART), including In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), and growing opportunities for careers in this field.

This Clinical Embryology and In Vitro Fertilisation (distance learning) course from the University of Dundee provides you with the wide-ranging education required to run a successful ART service, including training in basic science, embryology, andrology, clinical and controversial issues, and business management. 

You will also explore research in reproductive medicine, designing and undertaking your own research project. There will be a joint clinical and laboratory focus, having fostered a dynamic collaboration with a busy clinical ART centre at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee.

Careers

Due to the increased global demand for infertility treatment, there is a growing need for high quality laboratory, scientific and clinical staff in this area.

Following successful completion of this course you will be in a position to advance your career in a variety of areas within reproductive medicine.

If you are already working in ART, this may allow you to be promoted or extend your established role.

If you are not currently working in ART, you could apply for a training position in ART, for example in embryology and andrology. Clinically qualified graduates would gain valuable skills to enable them to specialise in reproductive medicine and assume responsibility within an ART clinic.