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University of Liverpool

Liverpool , England ,United Kingdom

Medical Parisitology MPhil

Liverpool's leading international reputation in infection research, tropical medicine and global health stretches back over 150 years.

We use the latest functional genomic and proteomic techniques to understand the basic biology of parasites that cause endemic intestinal diseases in humans, such as cryptosporidiosis, giardiasis and amoebiasis, in the UK and worldwide. We use advanced 3D tissue culture models to study host-pathogen interactions at the intestinal epithelium, with particular emphasis on apicomplexan parasites.

Our research is revealing the genomic basis to complex disease mechanisms like antigenic variation in trypanosomatid parasites, which cause neglected tropical diseases such as human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) and leishmaniaisis.

Research addressing human parasitic infections takes place at the new IC2 laboratories on the city centre campus. Our aim is to understand the molecular and physiological mechanisms of parasitic infections, as a basis for improving global health through novel disease interventions and therapies.

Using state-of-the-art imaging techniques, we are also investigating how parasites, such as Toxoplasma gondii, can evade and manipulate host immune responses for their own benefit. A large part of our research into parasite genomes is aimed at antigenic discovery, for example, of novel cell-surface invasion proteins in the malaria parasite; knowledge that will increase our appreciation of host-pathogen interactions, while facilitating vaccine design.

With respect to worm infections, we study the filarial parasites that cause onchocerciasis (river blindness) and lymphatic filariasis, including major programmes on vaccine development and the function of a bacterial symbiont in these worms (Wolbachia), which has become a novel target for antibiotic therapy.

Finally, we investigate the molecular biology and behaviour of medically-important vectors such as the chigger mites, which transmit scrub typhus.

The University of Liverpool’s Institute of Infection and Global Health was established to bring together leading medical, veterinary and basic science researchers from across the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.  It also complements other strengths in Liverpool, including the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, the Wolfson Centre for Personalised Medicine, the Medicines for Children Research Network, and the Wellcome Trust Tropical Centre with its associated PhD programme. We also enjoy close and active collaboration with NHS colleagues through the Liverpool Health Partners Academic Health Science System.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 40

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Open to graduates from any discipline, our Master of International Business (MSc) course is a specialist award for career entry or career development that will prepare you to successfully integrate with businesses operating an international platform.

The purpose of this degree is to allow you to hone your professional, analytical and personal capabilities in order to develop a global perspective for business. This will be accomplished by developing the agile, curious, resilient and innovative mindsets that are necessary to cope with the levels of uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity and risk that are so evident in a rapidly changing world.

At every juncture, you will be encouraged to consider how you can add value to business processes while being mindful of the ethical, social and cultural responsibilities and challenges facing all organisations.

Enhance your employability
Being employable is about attitudes and skills, confidence and drive – it means being able to choose a career, apply effectively and be successful. As the world of work changes and organisations evolve, employers are increasingly searching for graduates not just with a degree but with the right blend of skills, knowledge and experience – graduates who can make a difference in any situation. That’s why at Liverpool we are focused on developing your employability while you are studying in preparation for life after graduation.

Services and resources
The University of Liverpool Careers & Employability Service supports students and graduates across all disciplines. Each academic department has a dedicated careers adviser, and as a student, you can access our up-to-date resources in person via our Careers Resource Centre or on our website.

Resources and services available to you include:

A comprehensive programme of careers related seminars, workshops, fairs and recruitment events
Support in finding work placements and internships in the UK and overseas
Access to a wide range of job opportunities
Opportunities to meet organisations keen to recruit Liverpool students and graduates
Support from our team of professional careers advisers.
Not that we’re complacent, we are constantly looking to improve our services and develop our expertise to support students.

Wanted: work experience
A good degree from the University of Liverpool will open a lot of doors, but these days employers are interested in graduates who can demonstrate more than just an outstanding academic record. We can help you find opportunities specifically designed for university students.

These include:

Part-time jobs
Paid Summer and Easter internships
Year in industry placements.

Talent Sourcing: Graduate Recruitment
As a member of the Russell Group, studying at Liverpool gives you direct access to an extensive range of recruiters operating in all sectors of the economy, and in companies ranging from SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) to international corporations.

Employers value our solid academic reputation and want to meet our students. At Liverpool we have a dedicated Employer Engagement Team who promote Liverpool students and graduates directly to some of the world’s leading recruiters.

Last year, around 300 employers visited campus to recruit Liverpool students, and we advertised thousands of placement, internship and graduate vacancies on the Careers & Employability Service website.

Careers & Employability Service
As one of the UK’s leading careers services we offer high-quality employability support during and after your time studying with us, blending advice, guidance and training.

Through a range of career management inputs, personal and professional development and access to industry experts and speakers, our aim is to match your needs and ambitions as they develop.

We can help you with:

Career planning
Understanding the job market
Making effective applications through CVs, letters and application forms
Preparing for and attending job interviews
Performing effectively at Assessment Centres
Strengthening your networking skills, including digital networking Industry networking opportunities.
As well as face-to-face guidance and on-site sessions we also offer online support, webinars and guidance. All our activities are supported by a state-of-the-art interactive website, CareerHub.

You will also benefit from our close links with industry. All our career and employability development activities are designed with considerable input from employers, and we hold key networking events throughout the year. In recent years our Careers & Employability Service has won several prestigious national awards including the AGCAS International Award for demonstrating an outstanding commitment and contribution to working with students, relevant employers and promoting internationalisation.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years of PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Applications are welcomed and will be considered in our highly competitive programme from well qualified graduates who would typically hold a UK first degree or equivalent in the first or 2:1 class, in a relevant subject.

IELTS Academic requirement - SELT and non-SELT Overall 7.0 no band below 6.5
TOEFL iBT requirement Minimum 100 overall with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23
C1 Advanced CAE requirement Overall 185 with no less than 176 in any paper
PTE Academic requirement 69 with minimum scores of 61 in each component
Trinity College London, Intergrated Skills in English (ISE II) ISE II with an overall pass with merit in components
Cambridge IGCSE as a First Language Grade C
Cambridge IGCSE as a Second Language Grade B
Cambridge English Level 3 Certificate in ESOL International (Proficiency) Overall 185 with 176 in components
Cambridge English Level 3 Certificate in ESOL International (Advanced) Overall 185 with 176 in components
Cambridge English Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (Advanced) Overall 185 with 176 in components

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
  • Duration: 02 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 48500 GBP
    Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
    Application Fee: N/A
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