MSc Molecular Biology Programme Specification - Staffordshire ...

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
Postgraduate Certificate in the Molecular Basis of Disease
This programme of study serves as a foundation for learning. It allows you to consolidate, deepen and
broaden your professional knowledge base and skills through the processes of critical reflection and
analysis. At the end of this period of learning, you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate through the accurate interpretation of information, understanding and knowledge of
the central tenets of molecular biology and their relevance and application to medicine. (SU:
Knowledge & Understanding, Learning, Problem Solving, Communication.)
2. Engage in critical reflection and analysis of current biomedical applications of molecular biology
and critically appraise different methods of research. (SU: Knowledge & Understanding, Enquiry,
Analysis, Reflection)
3. Determine the application of knowledge and skills to the analysis and solutions of issues
associated with your area of practice. (SU Analysis, Application)
Postgraduate Diploma in Molecular Biology for Health Professionals
This stage of the programme allows for critical inquiry, synthesis and evaluation of a higher level of
knowledge and skills. You will develop advanced skills and critique and apply advanced knowledge,
evidence and skills to practice. In addition to the outcomes achieved at Certificate level, above, at the
end of this period of learning, you will be able to:
4. Undertake independent study at an advanced level and further develop the ability to identify, initiate and
integrate new approaches to your area of practice. (SU: Learning, Enquiry).
5. Demonstrate the ability to articulate complex and abstract ideas and arguments and engage peers in the
consideration of them. (SU: Learning, Communication).
6. Be competent and confident in the execution of molecular techniques and protocols within biomedicine
(SU: practical skills, enquiry, problem solving analysis).
7. Apply knowledge and advanced practical skills to the design of appropriate strategies for the
experimental analysis of issues associated with your area of practice. (SU Analysis, Application,
Problem Solving).
8. Critically examine evidence from a variety of practical and theoretical perspectives in order
to determine the implications for future research and practice development. (SU: Enquiry,
Analysis, Application).
Masters in Molecular Biology
To qualify for the Masters award you will undertake an inquiry into practice that includes an element of
empirical research. In addition to the outcomes achieved at Diploma level, above, at the end of this
period of learning you will be able to:
9. Demonstrate the ability to pursue a research topic from project definition through planning, execution,
interpretation and analysis of data to complete dissertation. (SU: Learning, Enquiry, Application,
Practical skills)
10. Recognise and select appropriate strategies to communicate the findings of research and enquiry to
peers. (SU: Communication)
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