Advanced Clinical Chemistry

Certificate

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Course Code	GA_SACCG_N09
Céim	9
Fad ama	1 year
Creidmheasanna	10
Modh Seachadta	Online
Suímh campais	Galway City – Dublin Road
Modh Seachadta	Páirtaimseartha

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Forbhreathnú Cúrsa

This module will equip students with an up to date and in-depth understanding of the biochemical consequences of common clinical disorders and the role of the clinical chemistry laboratory in supporting patient care. The module will include the development of new methodologies and biomarkers for use in clinical laboratories to support patient’s diagnosis, monitoring, prognosis and screening.

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Bliain 1

Seimeastar	Sonraí an Mhodúil	Creidmheasanna	Éigeantach / Roghnach
Year	Advanced Clinical Chemistry This module will equip students with an up to date and in-depth understanding of the biochemical consequences of common clinical disorders and the role of the clinical chemistry laboratory in supporting patient care. The module will include the development of new methodologies and biomarkers for use in clinical laboratories to support patient's diagnosis, monitoring, prognosis and screening. Torthaí Foghlama 1. Critically review the relationship between normal physiological function and pathological changes that occur in the various clinical conditions. 2. Assess advances in the understanding of pathological processes and the part played by the clinical chemistry laboratory. 3. Appraise current and new analytical methods for relevant analytes in the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory. 4. Critically evaluate current and emerging practices employed within clinical chemistry laboratories. 5. Discuss the significance of clinical chemistry laboratory results taking into account clinical information, pre-analytical and analytical issues.	10	Mandatory

Uaireanta Staidéir Molta in aghaidh na seachtaine

3 lecturing hours per week and 4 hours independent learning.

Scrúdú agus Measúnú

This module will be assessed via continuous assessment (100%) which will be composed of case study (40%), a research led critical review written assignment (30%) and a presentation (30%). CA will be a combination of independent and group work designed to develop students’ research abilities and critical thinking. Students will gain experience in critical analysis, literature searches and presentations.

Riachtanas Tinrimh ar an gCampas

No on-campus attendance required.

Dul chun cinn

Students may to choose to study further modules on the MSc in Medical Science.

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Réamheolaire Iarchéime Online, Flexible and Professional Development Prospectus

Riachtanais Iontrála

H2.2 Bachelor degree at Level 8 in Medical Science or equivalent. Learners enrolled must be practicing medical scientists (CORU registered) in a clinical setting.

English Language Requirements

English Language Requirements will be as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code Knowledge of the English language is considered as a basic requirement, and Non-native English speakers who are applicants for Level 9 taught programmes are required to have a minimum score of 6.5 in the IELTs or equivalent.

Táillí

Total Fees EU: €890

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Gairmeacha

Continuing Professional development (CPD), allowing CORU registered Medical Scientists to maintain and enhance their skills, specialist knowledge and competency in advanced Clinical Chemistry.