Clinical Embryology MSc

University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
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24 months

The Leeds MSc in Clinical Embryology is a part-time, fully online distance-learning course.

It offers an internationally recognised qualification and provides superb academic and professional development opportunities for existing practitioners of clinical embryology.

Building on your existing knowledge and experience, the course offers advanced learning and establishes good practice in clinical embryology and assisted reproduction technologies. It allows you to remain in full-time employment while you study and offers superb academic and professional development opportunities.

The course features a series of compulsory modules that you’ll work through progressively along a set timeline. Through these modules you’ll develop your knowledge of both the theory and practice of clinical embryology. The MSc culminates with the research proposal in which you’ll create a hypothesis driven research proposal.

Designed for the working professional: The course is designed to allow the working professional to study while remaining in full-time employment. The course is part-time and the schedule is designed to be manageable for working individuals.

Staff expertise and support: Our academic staff have many years of professional and research experience in the field of clinical embryology and reproduction. Their diverse specialisations, ranging from reproductive biology to assisted reproduction technologies, underpin the uniqueness of the course at Leeds. Their insights and guidance will significantly enrich your learning experience. You’ll be supported by staff members who have years of experience in assisting distance-learning students with their studies. You’ll be assigned an academic tutor who will guide and advise you throughout the course.

International community: You'll connect with practitioners and fellow learners worldwide, fostering an enriching exchange of ideas and perspectives and allowing mutual sharing of expertise. This global network can be instrumental in shaping your career path and broadening your understanding of international practices in clinical embryology.

Interdisciplinary collaboration: The course is hosted by the Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine within the School of Medicine which fosters a rich, interdisciplinary teaching and research environment.

Ground-breaking research: Our faculty members are involved in world-leading research in fundamental and clinical research in areas related to gametes and preimplantation embryos, epigenetics, in vitro growth and maturation of oocytes, fertility preservation, uterine biology, and placental biology among other areas. This pioneering academic environment will help position you at the forefront of advancements in the field of reproductive science.

Specialist facilities

Cutting-edge digital learning: Our students are given access to our advanced Virtual Learning Environment, Minerva. This digital platform is key to your learning and communication within the course and will serve as an essential tool and resource hub throughout your academic journey. Through Minerva, students can access course modules and the associated online content. Students are also in contact with academic staff, tutors and support staff via email and via online sessions. The University of Leeds has a number of specialist facilities for supporting your online learning experience including the Digital Education Service (DES), the HELIX digital education service and faculty-specific digital education managers.

Comprehensive access to library resources: You’ll gain complete access to the extensive resources of the University of Leeds library. This includes a wide range of relevant journals in clinical embryology and human assisted reproduction, reproductive science and biology, in addition to other relevant areas of biomedical science. From research papers and reviews to e-books, these resources are accessible remotely (electronically), offering you the utmost flexibility in furthering your learning.

Student Support Services and Student Education Services: A comprehensive range of support services is offered by the University to help your journey as a student. These state-of-the-art resources and facilities ensure our students have every opportunity to learn, explore and develop the skills required to thrive in their future careers. Students are also assisted by student education service staff who are closely connected with the course, offering guidance and a helping hand where needed.

Requirements:
A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a biological or related science or equivalent qualification. We will also consider applicants with appropriate or accredited experience within an embryological laboratory. You should be employed in a laboratory pra