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Clinical Science with Specialisation MSc

Introduction
Entry requirements
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This taught Masters is designed to provide you with a solid base in research methodology and to develop skills in evidence-based practice and in related audit and research. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, which enables students to focus on their chosen speciality (either Paediatric Science, Reproductive & Maternal Sciences or Surgical Oncology).

This programme is designed for international medical graduates who wish to develop skills in evidence-based practice and in related audit and research
The emphasis is on the academic principles of students’ specializations rather than a hands on clinical attachment
This programme has been developed with the specific intent of fostering intellectual and research rigour in students whose academic background in these areas has been limited
At the end of the programme it will facilitate academic and clinical careers for students and in addition will provide students with a sufficient grounding to pursue research at doctoral level
The programme fosters a questioning mentality in its students and actively encourages students to question accepted wisdom by developing in them critical and reflective skills on accepted practice
You will develop skills in evaluating accepted practices underlying students’ current knowledge and skill base and the intention is that students will be able to confirm or refute the principles underlying their practice and to be able to defend this intellectually
The Masters programme in Paediatric Science is the only programme of its kind in UK. It is aimed specifically at clinicians tasked with developing new services within their chose subspecialty

Programme overview

MSc: 12 months full-time;

You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in journal clubs, presentations and self-directed learning. It is made up of 1 compulsory course and your chosen specialty, plus an exam/dissertation/project.

Core Course – Evidence-based medicine

Core skills in critical review, communications, medical ethics, statistics and data handling
Skills in research methods, good clinical practice and clinical governance to prepare for specialist courses
Provide knowledge in performing and understanding research

Specialist courses

Paediatric Science

To develop new services within their chose specialty.
The programme provides an unique exposure to international standard tertiary paediatric subspecialties including respiratory medicine, paediatric rheumatology, paediatric surgery (day surgery), paediatric gastroenterology and endocrinology

Reproductive & Maternal Sciences

The programme is developed for those wishing to pursue specialty training in obestrics and gynaecology with the option to study problems of pregnancy, benign gynaecology and reproductive medicine
Learn to understand the science underpinning obstetrics and gynaecology to improve ability to investigate and manage patients appropriately

Surgical Oncology

The emphasis is on academic principles of surgical oncology rather than a hands-on clinical attachment, although there will be opportunities to observe surgeons carrying out a variety of cancer operations and the working of multidisciplinary teams
Will develop your in-depth knowledge of the molecular mechanism underlying cancer development, progression and treatment
Will develop in-depth knowledge literature relevant to current clinical practice

Dissertation/research project

Career prospects

This programme is likely to enhance your chance of getting an academic or teaching hospital post either in your home country or in the UK, although the latter will be dependent on current and future legislation and medical registration, with greater knowledge, expertise and clinical acumen than they had prior to the programme. Some candidates might want to undertake a PhD or MD. Candidates will be provided with a rigorous scientific basis for evidence-based practice in a specialism outside the UK in order to prepare them to lead and develop services on return to their country or origin.

Further information: Maureen McNee
email: Maureen.McNee@glasgow.ac.uk

Academic entry requirements

For entrance to the programme a medical degree is required from a recognized institution by the University Court.

Registration with the appropriate Medical Council is required. The experience level required is dependent on the intended specialization:

Paediatric Science – 3 years experience in paediatrics with evidence of academic progress following graduation
Reproductive & Maternal Sciences – 1 years experience in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology
Surgical Oncology – a minimum of 3 years experience in general surgical practice with evidence of academic progression following registration

You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript, a CV (resume) and a personal statement stating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow. Please state which specialization you wish to apply for either Paediatric Science, Reproductive & Maternal Sciences or Surgical Oncology.

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of foundation course.

Further information regarding academic entry requirements: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of foundation courses.

Further information regarding academic entry requirements: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training):

overall score 6.5
no sub-test less than 6.0
or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification (see below)

Common equivalent English language qualifications:

ibTOEFL: 92; no sub-test less than 20
CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English): B minimum
CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English): C minimum
PTE Academic (Person Test of English, Academic test): 60; no sub-test less than 59

Pre-sessional courses
The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the Language Centre Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:

FAQs

What do I do if...

my language qualifications are below the requirements?

The University's Language Centre offers a range of Pre-Sessional Courses to bring you up to entry level. The course is accredited by BALEAP, the UK professional association for academic English teaching; see Links.

my language qualifications are not listed here?

Please contact the Recruitment and International Office: pgadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk

If you require a Tier 4 student visa, your qualification must be one of the secure English language tests accepted by UK Border Agency:

my academic qualifications are below the requirements?

Glasgow International College offers Foundation courses to upgrade your academic qualifications.

Visa requirements and proof of English language level

It is a visa requirement to provide information on your level of English based on an internationally recognised and secure English language test. All test reports must be no more than 2 years old. A list of these can be found on the UK Border Agency website. If you have never taken one of these tests before, you can get an initial idea of your level by using the Common European Framework self-assessment grid which gives you a level for each skill (e.g. listening B1/writing B2 etc.) However, please note that this is not a secure English language test and it is not sufficient evidence of your level of English for visa requirements.