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Biofabrication and Bioprinting, MSc

Newcastle University, the United Kingdom

Newcastle University

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About Biofabrication and Bioprinting, MSc - at Newcastle University

Our Biofabrication and Bioprinting MRes is a research-based course with a taught component that is equivalent to an MSc. It provides a springboard into a career that involves a working knowledge of scientific research.

This course is for students with a BSc in life sciences, biomaterials or other relevant science and engineering disciplines. It is also for intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students. You can study the course as a stand-alone qualification or as an entry route to a PhD or MD.

The taught part of the course includes biofabrication and bioprinting specific content. You have the flexibility to select complementary modules and develop a bespoke course. You will also have training in general research principles, professional and key skills.

Your research project is the major element of the course. Your project involves 24 weeks of research in an area of biofabrication and bioprinting. Supervision is by expert academic researchers in your field of interest.

Biofabrication and bioprinting is a competitive research area. Your studies will be mainly based in academia, though potentially in industry too.

The MRes is designed for graduates of:

  • life sciences
  • biomaterials
  • other relevant science or engineering disciplines

It is also for intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students. You can study the course as a stand-alone qualification or as an entry route to a PhD or MD

Your developmentYour developmentFaculty of Medical Sciences Graduate School

Our Medical Sciences Graduate School is dedicated to providing you with information, support and advice throughout your research degree studies. We can help and advise you on a variety of queries relating to your studies, funding or welfare.

Our Research Student Development Programme supports and complements your research whilst developing your professional skills and confidence.

You will make an on-going assessment of your own development and training needs through personal development planning (PDP) in the ePortfolio system. Our organised external events and development course have been mapped against the Vitae Researcher Development Framework to help you identify how best to meet your training and development needs.

The Biofabrication and Bioprinting MRes is closely linked to a suite of MRes courses.

Notes about fees for this course

See Fees and Funding tab in the Programme information in our online Prospectus.

Entry requirements

 minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in:

  • a biomedical, science, engineering or related discipline
  • or an MBBS/BDS degree

This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study.  

Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background.

English Language Requirements:

Direct Entry: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.5 in all sub-skills).

Pre-sessional English Language courses are not accepted as an alternative entry to this course.

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