Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproduction Technology MSc
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproduction Technology MSc at University of Leeds for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Economics.
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Salary
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Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Economics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £32000 | £36000 | £48000 |
25-75 percentile range | £28000 - £35500 | £27500 - £45000 | £36500 - £63000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27884 | £27717 | £35530 |
25-75 percentile range | £23465 - £32837 | £21492 - £35900 | £25913 - £47649 |
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Course Description
The MSc in Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproduction Technology (CEART) is a full-time, specialised, vocational course. It offers students a unique opportunity the chance to study and prepare for a rewarding career in a dynamic field that carries has the potential to transform lives.
The programme is designed to appeal to recent graduates in biology, biomedical science, biochemistry, and medical or nursing disciplines. If you who aspire to make a significant impact in clinical embryology, andrology and or assisted reproduction technology, this course is an ideal choice.
The programme covers:
- the theory of human reproduction and infertility
- clinical andrology
- clinical embryology
- laboratory management
- ethics and law
- micromanipulation
- fertility cryopreservation
It has a strong laboratory focus which will expose you to the specialist laboratory techniques used in reproductive research and in human and animal embryology, andrology and assisted reproductive technology (ART).
The course culminates with the development of a unique capstone research project portfolio. This that integrates your theoretical understanding with your research and laboratory training, through the conduct of an original research proposal.
You will learn from tutors with over 20 years of experience in training clinical embryologists and reproductive scientists. You will interact with established clinical embryology practitioners and IVF specialists, ensuring you are up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.
Whether you envision a future in research, public sector work, or its commercial application, this programme will provide you with a superb springboard to develop knowledge of your chosen field. It will allow you, to progress your career prospects and to demonstrate your value to prospective employers in the field of clinical embryology, reproductive technology and reproductive science.
Practical mastery and applied learning
One of the flagship elements of our CEART programme is its strong emphasis on hands-on, laboratory-based learning experiences. Our state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratory facilities provide an unparalleled setting for students to apply theoretical concepts in a practical context.
These opportunities not only help solidify foundational knowledge, but also offer invaluable exposure to- – and experience of –- the methodologies and technologies currently shaping the field of reproductive science and assisted conception treatments. Whether it is honing techniques used in IVF, ICSI, gamete handling or cryopreservation, students are able to acquire and refine the practical skills that are directly applicable in a professional setting.
This unique blend of theory and practice sets our programme apart and ensures our graduates are well-prepared for their future career in reproductive science, clinical embryology, clinical andrology and assisted reproduction technology.
State-of-the-art laboratories
Our teaching laboratories are equipped with the latest technologies and instruments necessary for studying reproductive sciences and ARTs. These labs are the venues for extensive practical training sessions, where you will apply your theoretical knowledge.
You will gain hands-on experience of an extensive range of assisted reproduction technologies, including:
- oocyte recovery, maturation and denudation
- sperm preparation and counting
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- IVF
- intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
- embryo culture and grading
- gamete and embryo cryopreservation
- research methods such as microscopy, cDNA library preparation, and real time PCR.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproduction Technology MSc at University of Leeds
30% | Administrative occupations |
25% | Secretarial and related occupations |
15% | Media Professionals |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Librarians and Related Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees taught
- no components less than 6.0
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees research
- no components less than 5.5
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- No components less than 5.5
A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in an appropriate biological, biomedical or veterinary science subject, medicine or healthcare sciences, or equivalent qualification.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Reproductive Biology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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