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Human Clinical Embryology and Assisted Conception MSc

University of Dundee

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Ninewells Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Infertility is a global problem, with approximately one in seven couples of reproductive age, around 80 million people worldwide, being diagnosed as infertile. Therefore, globally, there is an increasing demand for assisted reproductive technology (ART) and growing opportunities for careers in this field. This course provides a robust and wide-ranging education in human clinical embryology, andrology, and ART, from clinical, research, and laboratory perspectives. The emphasis of the course is on humans, and offers, for example, practical experience in handling and preparing sperm. Throughout the course, you'll develop high-level laboratory skills, including learning how to use equipment relating to sperm and egg retrieval and, subsequently, assisted conception.

Teaching will take place on-site at a working university hospital, Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, Scotland, and you will have the opportunity to attend National Health Service (NHS) clinics and follow patient journeys, from initial consultations through the entire ART process. This will give you a strong understanding of clinical procedure alongside the scientific process, and how what happens in the laboratory can affect patient experience. You'll also explore research in the field, designing, and undertaking your own research project. You'll be taught by a mix of experienced embryologists, andrologists, scientists, and clinicians, and this will give you the well-rounded knowledge and skills to enter a career in ART, either in a clinical or research setting.

Careers:

Due to the increased global demand for infertility treatment, there is growing need for high quality laboratory and clinical staff in this area. Following successful completion of this course, students could apply for a training position in ART, for example in embryology and/or andrology. Alternatively, the course would prepare graduates for undertaking a PhD or applying for a research position. Clinically qualified graduates would gain valuable skills to enable them to specialise in reproductive medicine and assume responsibility within an ART clinic.

Tuition fees

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£ 35,685per year

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University information

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

  • University League Table

    51st

  • Campus address

    University of Dundee, Nethergate, Dundee, Dundee, City Of, DD1 4HN, Scotland

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A highly valued and recognised education in a multicultural study destination. You’ll be supported by a global community of friendly staff and students.
Places of worship in and around campus, international food stores can be found across the city, and there are a range of international student societies.
Scholarships are available to help eligible students get the most from their studies, and there is dedicated support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    16th out of 94 1

    9th out of 36

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    189 83%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    16th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    27th

    28

  • Entry standards

    / Max 247
    247 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

    17

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 74%

    23rd

    12

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