Cranfield University
Cranfield Health

Cranfield Health has an international reputation for providing research, education and consultancy to the healthcare and related industries. We work with some of the most recognised names in the business - Unilever, GlaxoSmithKline, Environment Agency, Nestle and Marks and Spencer to name but a few. Our industry links provide Cranfield students with the opportunity to get involved in solving real-life problems, and network with prospective employers.

Our leading academic and research staff conduct research in three main areas:

• Biotechnology - biosensors and biomarkers, smart materials, bioinformatics and diagnostics.
• Translational Medicine - aging, immunology, regenerative medicine, telecare and healthcare operations management.
• Food Security and Environment - food quality, plant science, nutrition, agriculture and soil science, water, air and building research.

Operating at the leading-edge of research and development continually informs our suite of teaching programmes, ensuring they meet the future requirements of employers and students.

Postgraduate teaching

Taught Masters programmes

Our taught MSc programmes comprise a maximum ten taught modules delivered by university academics and visiting industry experts, followed by a four-five month research project and thesis - often industry-based, providing students with the opportunity to make contact with prospective employers before even completing their degree. Some MSc programmes also comprise a three month group project. The practical nature of our MSc programmes enable students to apply the knowledge gained from taught elements of the course and also develop transferable skills including communication, presentation and project management.

All taught MSc programmes are available on a full and part-time basis - offering flexibility and support for those who wish to study whilst remaining in employment.

Programmes starting in October include:

• Analytical Biotechnology
• Applied Bioinformatics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Research Management
• Food Chain Systems
• Health Administration
• Health and the Environment
• Medical Diagnostics
• Molecular Medicine
• Nanomedicine
• Pharmacovigilance Data Management
• Toxicology and Epidemiology
• Translational Medicine

In addition we offer a part-time Executive MSc Programme delivered in partnership with professional bodies:

Clinical Research

Start date: January

Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs

Start date: Flexible, you can enrol at any time throughout the year!

Quality Management in Scientific Research and Development

Start date: Flexible, you can enrol at any time throughout the year!

Our Executive Programme is designed specifically for professionals who wish to comfortably combine work with study. Each MSc is delivered over three days per module - minimising time away from the workplace. In addition, the research project can be based upon an issue relating to your workplace - a great benefit to you and your employer.

Visit our website for full details of our taught programmes.

Watch Cranfield Health's online video introductions by our course directors and former students.

Research Opportunities

Key to our strong research offering is Cranfield Health's focus on fundamental research and its application. Our world-class academics and researchers carry out extensive research in collaboration with industry and government agencies in the UK, Europe and Internationally. Research is an exciting area at Cranfield Health and our excellent industry links facilitate our increasing demand for research students.

Cranfield offer a vast amount of research opportunities which are available in the following areas of biosensors, molecular imprinted polymers, microbial biotechnology, bioinformatics, medically-related diagnostic technologies, surface science and smart polymers, optical sensor technologies, ageing, health-related cancer biomarkers, food security, plant science directed at provision of healthy, quality food and environment and health.

PhD Programmes

Cranfield Health offers fantastic PhD opportunities in health and bioscience. Our PhD students produce the highest quality research, working alongside our staff in our modern laboratories. The majority of our students undertake projects in collaboration with industry, giving them the added benefit of interacting with industry early in their careers. Our PhD students also become part of a rich research community within our Health and Bioscience Doctoral training Centre which provides a great source of support and development through-out your time at Cranfield.

Visit our website for more information on PhD opportunities.

Studentships

In addition we often have a number of funded studentships/fellowships for UK/EU applicants, many of which are offered in collaboration with our industrial partners.

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MSc by Research

Cranfield Health also offers students the opportunity to study a one-year research programme. This is designed to enable students to focus on a specific area of their interest. MSc by research students also benefit from being able to attend modules from our taught programmes.

Visit our website for more information on our MSc by research opportunities.

Short courses

We offer a number of short courses within our specialist areas, delivered by our academics as well as industry experts. We also develop and deliver tailor-made training and development programmes for an organisations' individual needs.

Visit our website for more information on our short courses.

State-of-the-art facilities

A recent £30 million investment by the University saw the development of a purpose-built home for Cranfield Health. The building houses unrivalled state-of-the-art laboratories and teaching facilities.

The building has been designed around an open philosophy where staff and students work together in a large open-plan laboratory and office complex.

Career opportunities

93% of Cranfield students are engaged in relevant work or research within six months of graduation.

Our graduates are sought after by top employers from around the world - in industry and commerce, government and academia. Many of our graduates have gone onto work at prestigious biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, Clinical Research Organisations and Government agencies. Several Masters Graduates have also undertaken a PhD at Cranfield or another University.

What our Alumni say

"Studying Clinical Research expanded my knowledge and I feel a lot more confident having a thorough understanding of the ethics, regulations and rules involved. This course was also extremely helpful with my job and allowed me to apply what I learnt to a real world situation. I was very grateful to be given the opportunity to study at Cranfield."

Jess Pagan
MSc Clinical Research Graduate

Watch Jess' video online.

"I thoroughly enjoyed myself at Cranfield; after completing my Master's I continued on with my PhD at Cranfield. I learnt about my current company whilst studying at Cranfield as they were one of Cranfield's links with industry where I am now an Exploratory Biochemist. Both socially and academically I had a really good time. I made a lot of good contacts' and being a keen rugby player during my PhD I still play at the old boy matches that are held every year. Cranfield is a really good place to study with really good facilities."

Dave Broomhead
MSc Medical Diagnostics Graduate

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"Cranfield was a really good choice; I went to Vienna for my project due to Cranfield's partnerships with other European University's. I also got the opportunity to attend conferences across Europe, write reviews and contribute to my very first peer-reviewed scientific paper - which was well received! The staff were very supportive, in particular a lady from the Careers Service gave up her time to help prepare me for job interviews, which I found really helpful. Overall it's a great environment in terms of access to other really intelligent interesting people. I think that's a really nice part of being a student at Cranfield."

Jenny Cham
MSc Applied Bioinformatics Graduate

Watch Jenny's video online.

Find out more

Find out more on our website!

Alternatively, come and meet us at one of our Open Days - Register here

• Saturday 11th May 2013
• Wednesday 10th July 2013
• Saturday 31st August 2013

Enquiries Office

T: +44 (0) 1234 758008
E: enquiries.health@cranfield.ac.uk