
About this program
Biomolecular Science MSc (Online)
- To provide students with a fundamental knowledge of molecular and cell biology; including advanced characterisation, data analytics and biophysics.
- For students to gain knowledge of the latest developments in this discipline, and learn new methods for analysing complex biological data.
- To improve students knowledge of regulatory affairs and safety in bio-industry, and immerse them into new research methodologies, report writing techniques and their application to discipline and industry focused projects
Admission requirements
English Language Requirements
- Duolingo - The Minimum Requirement Will Be a Det Score of 110. an Interview May Be Required in Conjunction With This for Certain Programmes.
- Matriculation Examinations - From European Countries Where English Is Presented as a Subject and an Acceptable Level Is Achieved
- Irish Leaving Certificate English - Ordinary Level Grade D or Above
- TOEFL - 580 (Paper Based) or 90 (Internet Based)
- IELTS - Minimum Score of 6.5* With No Less Than 6.0 in Any Component.
- ETAPP English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes - Grade C1
- GCE ‘O’ Level English Language/ Gcse English Language - Grade C or Above
- University of Cambridge ESOL - Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English - Grade B
- GCE Examination Boards - Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations - Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate - School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council - School Certificate Pass 1-6
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic - A Minimum Score of 61 (With No Section Score Below 59)
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Full- Time Variant
Autumn Semester
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Biopharmaceuticals: From Concept to Product
- Advanced Biophysical Characterisation Techniques
- Predictive Biomolecular Modelling Tools
- Experimental Design and Research Methodology
Spring Semester
- Cancer and Precision Medicine
- Neurological and Inflammatory Diseases
- Nutraceuticals and Disease
- Scientific Communication & Literature Review
- Regulatory Affairs in Biopharma
Summer Semester
- Project
Part-Time Variant Year 1
Autumn Semester
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Advanced Biophysical Characterisations Techniques
Spring Semester
- Regulatory Affairs in Biopharma
- Nutraceuticals and Disease
- Scientific Communication & Literature Reveiw
Year 2
Autumn Semester
- Biopharmaceuticals: From Concept to Product
- Predictive Biomolecular Modelling Tools
- Experimental Design & Research Methodology
Spring Semester
- Cancer & Precision Medicine
- Neurological & Inflammatory Diseases
Summer Semester
- Project
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Full Time Tution fee for 2021/2022:
- EU Fee: 5,272€
- Non EU Fee: 14,024€
Part time Tution fee for 2021/2022:
- EU Fee: 4,078€
- Non EU Fee: 8,158€
Qualification
Qualification - NFQ Level 9 Minor Award
Career paths
Students graduating from this program can expect roles in careers such as cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, diagnostics, basic research, biopharma, regulatory affairs, quality assurance/control, scientific editing/writing, lab technician, and more
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University of Limerick
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