Medical Science MSci (Hons)
University of Reading
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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Whiteknights Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Whiteknights Campus

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Gain the knowledge, research and practical experience to work at the forefront of modern medicine on this integrated MSci Medical Science course.Focus on the science that underpins medicine, and how medical science can lead to new ways of diagnosing and treating disease. This course covers topics such as biomedical laboratory research and frontline clinical care in order to improve patients lives.This course flexibility allows you to explore a variety of topics, ranging from molecular, genetic ...Read more

Gain the knowledge, research and practical experience to work at the forefront of modern medicine on this integrated MSci Medical Science course.

Focus on the science that underpins medicine, and how medical science can lead to new ways of diagnosing and treating disease. This course covers topics such as biomedical laboratory research and frontline clinical care in order to improve patients lives.

This course flexibility allows you to explore a variety of topics, ranging from molecular, genetic and cellular levels through to diagnostics, treatments and interventions. You will learn to learn about a wide range of diagnostic equipment used to detect and monitor diseases, assess injuries, and evaluate overall health. You will have the opportunity to explore a range of diseases and their treatments, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, pathological infections and neurological disorders – all of which present major challenges to global health.

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Ademayo
12 Jan 24

The best part is the lecture rooms but the older ones lack helpful tools such as easy to access plugs. The bad part is especially recently there aren't may places to sit down and..Read more

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Kanniz
20 Feb 23

The University of Reading has a very green campus, it is good for taking a breather when not studying and there is even a private place called “Harris Gardens” that is especially..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

£29,950 per year

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Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

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Ademayo
12 Jan 24
Medical Science with Foundation BSc (Hons)
The best part is the lecture rooms but the older ones lack helpful tools such as easy to access plugs. The bad part is especially recently there aren't may places to sit down and...
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Kanniz
20 Feb 23
The University of Reading has a very green campus, it is good for taking a breather when not studying and there is even a private place called “Harris Gardens” that is especially...
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