Transplantation MRes

Overview

This programme provides students with a broad exposure to diverse aspects of transplantation, from clinical concepts to cutting edge scientific development. Students will have an unique opportunity to gain insights into the speciality of Transplantation Sciences in the context of transplantation of haematopoietic stem cells, corneal/limbal stem cells and a variety of solid organs.

The programme aims to:

  • provide sound understanding of the scientific basis underlying the therapeutic benefits and adverse effects of clinical transplants
  • highlight the research areas where applications of immunology and cell biology can improve transplant outcome and patient wellbeing
  • provide a view of bench to bedside translational link between scientific research and clinical practice.

It emphasises the clinical practice driven research, which prepares students for a future career in either medical practice or broad biomedical research.

Programme Structure

Subject Knowledge Modules

You will take the following compulsory module:

You will also choose two of the following 20 credit modules:

Professional/Key Skills

You are required to take the 10 credit Statistical Techniques in Medical Research (MMB8028) module and will also choose one of the following 10 credit modules:

Research Project

The largest single component of the degree programme is a 100 credit compulsory research project (MMB8099).

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