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BHLS Stage One

In stage one, you will begin to deepen your knowledge of the fundamental concepts of biomedical science. You will also be introduced to principles of translational research and you will learn about the influence of science and medicine on society.

• Students who did NOT receive a grade of C3 or better in Chemistry in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) MUST register to the module Introductory Chemistry.
• All other students should select the module The Molecular World. 

BHLS Stage Two

During stage two, you will continue with modules in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology. You will also now start to integrate modules focusing on specific diseases and disease processes, in order to learn more about the development of new, more effective means of diagnosing, treating and preventing illness.

Options (A)

Students select one option module from the following:

• Chemistry for Biology
• Chemistry of Macronutrients
• Gastrointestinal Tract and Liver Biology
• Endocrine Biology
• Cell-cell Communication & Signalling

Options (B)

Students select one option module from the following:

• Nutritional Energy Metabolism
• Vascular Biology
• Principles of Neuroscience
• Physiology of Sensing and Responding to the Internal and External Environment
• Respiratory Physiology

Options (C)

Students select one option module from the following:

• Cardiac Biology
• Renal Biology
• Principles of Microbiology

BHLS Stage Three

In stage three you will continue with modules in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology. You will also now deepen your knowledge of specific diseases and disease processes.

Options (A)

Students select two option modules from the following:

• Genomics and Proteomics
• Genetic Basis of Disease
• Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
• Experimental Physiology

Options (B)

Students select three option modules from the following:

• Receptor-mediated cell signalling
• GI/Hepatobiliary Diseases
• Stem Cells - An Introduction to Regenerative Medicine
• Chemotherapeutic Agents
• Central Nervous Systems Diseases
• Adapation to hypoxia: high altitude and lessons for disease
• Local Control of Vascular Resistance

BHLS Stage Four

You will build skills in biomedical research through interactions and research rotations, with international researchers in a range of disease areas, undertaken within the School of Medicine and Medical Science and its affiliated teaching hospitals. The degree will develop your fundamental knowledge in the translation of scientific discovery into clinical utilisation. In stage four, students have had the opportunity to be involved in peer-reviewed abstracts and publications and to present at national and international meetings.

Options (A)

Students select one option module from the following:

• Clinical Biomarkers
• Advanced cardiovascular pharmacology: mechanisms and pharmacotherapy in atherothrombotic disease

Options (B)

Students select six option modules from the following:

• Advanced Cell Signalling
• Advanced Neurochemistry
• Cell growth, differentiation and death
• Advanced Cancer Biology and Pharmacology
• Advanced Mechanisms of Gene Regulation
• Model organism genetics: a modern experimental approach
• Genetics, Disease and Behaviour
• Genetics, Perinatal and Paediatric Diseases
• Emerging therapies: Cloning, gene therapy and stem cells
• Drug Discovery and Development
• Advanced Renal Pharmacology: disease development and treatment
• Drug Discovery and Development: Finding new Pharmaceuticals

World-Class Research Environment

When you choose to study at UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science, you choose a world-class, student-focused learning environment.

Supporting Translational Research

The School aims to create an environment which supports world class translational research by providing excellent laboratory and clinical facilities resourced with expert support staff that includes post-doctoral fellows, research nurses, laboratory technicians and data managers. 

Facilities at the Belfield Campus

Students have access to modern research laboratory space within the UCD Health Science Centre, the UCD Charles Institute and the UCD Conway Institute.  These facilities are in addition to undergraduate teaching laboratories and support teams pursuing fundamental biomedical research.

Comprising more than 2,000 full-time enrolments and representing 30 different nationalities, our large and culturally diverse student community is the heartbeat of the School. 

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