Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science (PGDipBiomedSc)
Health Studies
A course by
University of Auckland
A postgraduate qualification for science and some clinical graduates to study biomedical science at an advanced level, focused on understanding the processes underpinning human disease and designing and conducting medical science research.
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Core skills this course teaches
Deep understanding of biomedical processes
Acquire advanced knowledge of the processes underpinning human disease across a range of biomedical science disciplines.
Conduct scientific research
Develop skills to design and execute research projects addressing significant health issues.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science (PGDipBiomedSc) is suited for high-achieving graduates in science or clinical programmes. Students deepen their understanding of biomedical processes underlying human disease and are trained to design and conduct research to address major health issues. Specialisation options include cancer biology and therapeutics, cardiovascular biology, cellular and molecular biomedicine, genetics and development, microbiology and immunology, neurobiology, nutrition, and reproduction, growth and metabolism. Courses and research projects are available across the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (Grafton) and the Faculty of Science (City) campuses.
Course Content
- Cancer biology and therapeutics
- Cardiovascular biology
- Cellular and molecular biomedicine
- Genetics and development
- Microbiology and immunology
- Neurobiology
- Nutrition
- Reproduction, growth and metabolism
- Advanced biomedical science coursework
- Medical science research projects
Entry Requirements
A relevant bachelors degree in science or health sciences, or a clinical qualification such as MBChB.
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