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Course details

Course type:

Master’s Programme

Director of studies:

James La Course

Mode of study:

Duration:

1 Year

Home fee:

£8,750

Overseas fee:

£19,200

Attachments

LSTM Taught Masters Student Handbook201718.pdf

MBCPDV Handbook 1718.pdf

Module Catalogue 201718.pdf

A Student Guide to LSTM.pdf

Project_Information BCPDV_MBPDV 2018.pdf

https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/study/courses/tropical-disease-biology

This course has now combined with the Biology & Control of Parasites & Disease Vectors Masters - link above

Postgraduate Student Loan

Loan Applications are now open - https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan/apply

Scholarships & Discounts

North West Progression Discount - LSTM is delighted to announce we are continuing our 20% Discount for progression onto our Masters for September 2018 entry.

Are you based in the North West of England or have you studied in the North West of England? We would love you to stay and continue your journey at LSTM. Studying for a taught postgraduate course can increase your skills and knowledge to assist in your chosen profession, and increase your employability prospects.

Eligible students must be based, or have studied in the North West of England. This consists of the five Counties of:

Cheshire
Cumbria
Greater Manchester
Lancashire
Merseyside

20% North West Progression Discount is automatically applied to your application and no form is required

Molecular biology and genomics play an increasingly important and exciting role in research on medically important pathogens, parasites, arthropods and organisms of importance to public health, and this award provides advanced training in this field. It provides an important foundation of knowledge of the basic biology of pathogens, parasites, vectors of disease, and organisms of importance to public health, followed by specialised modules on the molecular and cellular biology and functional genomics of pathogens, parasites and vectors of disease, as well as related public health, and tropical health issues. There is a significant practical component throughout the programme, and the laboratory work undertaken provides a wide range of techniques that would be highly relevant to a future research career. Following the taught component, participants complete a dissertation including a period of applied research either overseas or in Liverpool.

Programme Structure

Semester 1: September - December (60 credits)

Research Methods in Parasitology and Vector Biology (30 credits)
Human Parasitology and Vector Biology (30 credits)

Semester 2: January - April (60 credits)

Key Aspects in Molecular & Cellular Biology of Tropical Diseases & Vectors (20 credits)
Optional: Vector Population Biology & Control (20 credits) OR Immunology of Tropical Diseases (20 Credits)
Optional: Statistical Methods for Epidemiological and Clinical Research (10 credits) OR Key Topics in Snakebite (10 credits)
Optional: Statistical Methods for Epidemiological and Clinical Research (10 credits) OR Applied Bioinformatics (10 credits)

Semester 3: May - August (60 credits)

Research Project (60 credits)

More information on these modules can be found in module catalogue. This includes overviews, learning outcomes and assessments. (Downloadable from this page on the right hand side).

Please be advised that this structure is taken from the 2017-18 specification.

Entrance Requirements

Academic requirements:

Open to graduates with an Honours degree (2.ii or equivalent) in the biological sciences or a medical/veterinary degree. Overseas candidates with other qualifications may be accepted, particularly if they have the relevant experience through working in an appropriate field for a number of years. Medical or Veterinary students who have completed at least three years of study and wish to intercalate are also accepted onto the programme.

Recognition of prior learning:

All programmes of study will permit entry with credit attributed to previous certificated study up to a total of one third of the credits required to be awarded a MSc Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Award.

Work experience:

Non-graduates with considerable satisfactory work experience and evidence of appropriate in-service training will also be considered.

English language requirements:

The programme is taught in English. Applicants whose first language is not English must normally provide evidence of an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of at least 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all learning components, or a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 88 for the Internet-based Test (iBT), with minimum scores of 21 for Listening and Writing, 22 for Reading and 23 for Speaking. Tests should be within their validity period of 2 years. Other English Language Tests and country specific English Language qualifications are also accepted – a full list with details of levels required can be found on the LSTM website (http://www.lstmed.ac.uk/study/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements). Applicants who have recently completed a degree level qualification taught in a majority English speaking country (as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)) may also be accepted at the discretion of the Director of Studies.

Other requirements:

None

Aims

This course aims to:

Equip students with the knowledge and practical skills to develop a career in molecular research, training or control of pathogens, parasites, organisms of importance to public health and vector-borne diseases.

Provide practical experience of a range of specialised technical and analytical skills relevant to the study of the molecular biology of pathogens, parasites, organisms of importance to public health and disease vectors.

Enable students to conduct independent research in the laboratory and/or field

Produce graduates who are experienced, committed, informed, proactive and effective professionals, capable of taking substantial and leading professional roles

Facilitate high quality learning that is informed by critical analysis of current research

Careers

Many alumni of LSTM hold prominent positions in health ministries, universities, hospitals, and international organisations throughout the world. Graduates are competitively placed to begin PhD programmes, seek employment as research assistants, work in developing countries with a wide variety of employers, or return to previous employers with enhanced knowledge and skills with which to advance their existing careers. Graduates of the MSc Molecular Biology of Parasites and Disease Vectors have undergone excellent general preparation for a career in laboratory research in biological sciences, in which molecular biology is widely applied, and are particularly well placed for careers in research or training in areas related to the molecular biology of organisms of importance to public health, pathogen, parasitic and vector-borne tropical diseases.

Alumni profiles are available on our alumni pages - https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/alumni-and-friends-of-lstm/alumni-profiles

Testimonials

Professor Mark Taylor "Parasitology at LSTM studies how best to treat and control parasitic diseases such as malaria and the Neglected Tropical Diseases. We cover the entire spectrum of translational research from the discovery of new drugs, vaccines and diagnostics through to large scale global programmes aimed at eliminating diseases such as elephantiasis and river blindness. In addition to the traditional parasites and their vectors, we also work on other important tropical diseases such as snakebite, arboviruses, and tuberculosis."

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Start date	End date	Home fee	Overseas fee
14 September 2018	3 September 2019	£8,750	£19,200	Apply

Start date:
14 September 2018

End date:
3 September 2019

Home fee:
£8,750

Overseas fee:
£19,200

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Molecular Biology of Parasites & Disease Vectors