University of Sheffield
The BSc Medical Sciences Research is a programme consisting of two compulsory taught modules which give training in ethical and key data generation and analysis methods relevant to the field of medical research.
Students will then choose an optional taught module that is most suited to the research project that they have chosen.
The two optional modules are:
Understanding Medical Research practice which will cover all stages of the research process from planning and design, public and patient involvement, through to data collection and analysis. You will gain first hand experience of medical research through time spent in the Clinical research Facility.
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Understanding Surgical and Anaesthetic practice which will explore the crucial role of research in advancing surgical and anaesthetic knowledge and practice. You will also get to develop basic theatre skills and gain hands on experience through clinical attachments in a variety of surgical specialities.
All students will also do a six month original research project, which will be self-directed with the support of a supervisor. Available types of project include clinical research, lab/bench projects, research in medical humanities or qualitative research. The projects are offered in disciplines including oncology, cardiovascular sciences, infection, immunity, neuroscience, child health, endocrinology, reproductive medicine, population health, primary care, surgery and others. The projects are updated each year and can be seen on the website from November.
Previous students have had the opportunity to present their data at national and international conferences and some students have successfully published their work. All students have found that having this experience has opened up more opportunities to them, whilst improving various transferable skills, including research project design, critical thinking, time-management, academic, written and oral communication skills and thereby enhancing their future careers.
Entry requirements
Students who have successfully completed at least two years of your current Medicine course are eligible to be considered to undertake a medical sciences research degree.
Closing date
We welcome applications for the Medical Sciences Research degree from November each year, with a start date of September the following year. In the first instance please browse the project directory and contact us to discuss the processes in more detail and how to arrange a meeting with a prospective supervisor. First round applications need to be submitted by mid-December with a second round opening at the end of January. Students can select up to 3 projects to apply for and need to submit a supporting statement and evidence of their academic performance to date. Selection will be done via interview by the supervisor, arrangements will be made to interview students who are not based in Sheffield.
You will also need to factor in any deadlines with your main university to be released for intercalation.