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Programme code | 8CSSB001T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Kate Whittington
Oscar Cordero Llana |
Faculty | Faculty of Health Sciences |
School/department | Bristol Medical School |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Mode of study | Full or Part Time |
Programme length |
1 years (full time)
2 years (part time) |
This programme has two major aims.
The programme will provide a firm theoretical grounding in the basic scientific principles and clinical applications of stem cells and regenerative medicine with specific reference to ethical considerations that arise from these approaches. In addition, students will also be introduced to key practical techniques (by means of on-line videos) employed in this field.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures and research seminars via web-based audio lectures |
Methods of Assessment | |
Formative Assessment: |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures and seminars - via web-based audio lectures |
Methods of Assessment | |
Formative Assessment: |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures and seminars - web-based audio lectures |
Methods of Assessment | |
Formative Assessment: |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Certificate |
Students are expected to successfully complete a total of 60 credits. |
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Level M/7 - Postgraduate Diploma |
Students are expected to either: a) successfully complete all of the taught modules giving a total of 120 credits |
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
Students are required to successfully complete all of the taught modules (120 credits) plus carry out and present in the form of a written dissertation a research project in a topic relevant to the field. The project module demonstrates the critical ability of the student for independent thought, identifying students who may progress to a formal research degree. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
This Masters programme is one of the first within the University of Bristol to teach students totally at a distance via the internet. At the end of each year students will be expected to attend Bristol to sit summative end of module exams.
Kate Whittington
University of Bristol
School of Clinical Sciences,
Dorothy Hodgkin Building,
Whitson Street,
Bristol.
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)117 3313181
Email: k.whittington@bris.ac.uk
All units in this programme are must pass. For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/esu/assessment/annex/glossary.html
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Introduction to Stem Cells and Regeneration | CSSBM1011 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Neurodegeneration and Ophthalmic Disorders | CSSBM1012 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Molecular Tools in Stem Cells and Regeneration | CSSBM1013 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Peripheral Neuropathy and Spine | CSSBM1014 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Cell Signalling | CSSBM1015 | 10 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Project (Stem Cells and Regeneration MSc) | CSSBM2001 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Stem Cells in Cardiac Systems | CSSBM0001 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Biomaterials and their Use in the Skeletal System | CSSBM0002 | 10 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
MSc | 180 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
All units in this programme are must pass. For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/esu/assessment/annex/glossary.html
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Introduction to Stem Cells and Regeneration | CSSBM1011 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Molecular Tools in Stem Cells and Regeneration | CSSBM1013 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Cell Signalling | CSSBM1015 | 10 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Project (Stem Cells and Regeneration MSc) | CSSBM2001 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Biomaterials and their Use in the Skeletal System | CSSBM0002 | 10 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
120 |
All units in this programme are must pass. For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/esu/assessment/annex/glossary.html
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Neurodegeneration and Ophthalmic Disorders | CSSBM1012 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Peripheral Neuropathy and Spine | CSSBM1014 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Stem Cells in Cardiac Systems | CSSBM0001 | 20 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
60 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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