www.essex.ac.uk/bs | Biological Sciences
Lower Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or relevant professional experience and qualifications that demonstrate ability to study at Masters level
Currently employed in a relevant field of practice
Where appropriate an English language requirement of TOEFL (570) or IELTS (6.5)
Alternative degrees and other professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
What will I learn? These similar modules consist of two components, ‘issues’ of relevance to biomedical scientists and statistics. The ‘issues’ element of each module will address current issues in the relevant field as well as issues relating to NHS and health care provision in general. All modules will integrate, within a wider ethical framework, information covering selected topics, or issues, such as: impact of global migration on health care; screening – is it worth the time and money?; what is the best model for the provision of pathology services?
Knowledge of life processes has advanced to such a degree in the twenty-first century that we are increasingly able to modify and manipulate these processes. For example, stem cell technology offers the possibility of combating disease and replacing defective tissues and organs. Despite the exciting prospect of curing genetic illness, serious ethical issues surrounding our intervention must be addressed.
In addition, balancing limited resources with growing expectations creates ethical dilemmas for those tasked with the responsibility of maintaining or improving the health of an increasingly informed population. These dilemmas are compounded by advances in medical sciences and increasing expectations of a perfect society. Consideration must be given as to how we should best make use of these advances within an ethical framework.
These modules are a departure from the traditional lecture module. Sessions will require active participation and it is expected that you will challenge the topics also from the perspective of your discipline. All modules will require background reading around each of the issues discussed. In the statistics component, you will be led through the process of data analysis, introducing various qualitative and quantitative statistical approaches. The aim of the statistics element is to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake research projects, to analyse data and to effectively communicate research findings.
To pass these modules, you must be able to: discuss the broader social, economic and ethical implications of selected issues in your field and/or health care provision in general;
evaluate the impact that global migration has had on pathology;
understand the principles and practices applied in population screening for disease;
understand the key elements of pathology networks;
discuss how the media impacts upon the activities and expectations of healthcare provision; and
demonstrate a basic understanding of the use of statistical analysis.
How are the modules structured? Five two-hour sessions including lecture, discussion and seminar/workshop
One two-hour student presentation session Four two-hour mixed teaching sessions comprising lectures, problem-based learning, manual and computer-based statistical analyses
How will I be assessed?
All issues and statistics modules are assessed by means of coursework only.
Is there funding available? These modules are included in our University’s CPD portfolio. Funding might be available from your employer and the NHS East of England.
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