KEY FACTS

START DATE: October

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May

MSc Clinical
Embryology

ATTENDANCE MODE: Part time,

Distance Learning
DURATION:
Diploma 19 months
MSc
24 months
OPEN TO INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS? Yes
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: An honours
degree (or international equivalent)
ideally in a biological science or a
related science degree. Applicants with
appropriate or accredited experience
within an embryological laboratory will
also be considered. Candidates should be
employed in a laboratory practising clinical
embryology with an employer expressing
support in allocation of free time for study
IELTS SCORE: 6.5 or equivalent with no
less than 6.0 in every sub-band
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online
www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply.htm
Download application form
www.leeds.ac.uk/tp_application_form
Request an application form:
Taught Postgraduate Admissions
University of Leeds, 17 Blenheim Terrace,
Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK

The MSc in Clinical Embryology has been developed by the Division of

Reproduction and Early Development at the University of Leeds in
association with the Leeds Centre for Reproductive Medicine at the Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The programme provides a high standard
of education in clinical embryology, academic and professional
development for embryologists, clinical scientists and clinicians working in
the field through a recognised qualification which will contribute to
consistency in the theory and practice of clinical embryology.
Who is the programme for?
Professionals in full-time employment in the
field of Reproductive Medicine.

What will you gain from the programme?

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Tel: +44 (0)113 3434044

Email: tp_applications@leeds.ac.uk
FEES: Please refer to our website for the
latest fee information
PROGRAMME LEADER:
Dr John Huntriss
CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Christine Sykes
Tel: +44 (0)113 3438324
Email: clinembmsc@leeds.ac.uk
Website: www.clinicalembryology.net

Advanced learning of topics and issues

related to Clinical Embryology in a
programme which builds on the specific
and generic outcomes of degree
programmes in a wide range of specialisms
(Medicine, Biological Sciences, etc)
An in-depth understanding of the
molecular and endocrinological control of
human reproduction, gametogenesis,
fertilisation and early embryonic
development, embryonic stem cells,
epigenetics, and the causes and
management of infertility
Knowledge of how to design, establish
and maintain an IVF laboratory
incorporating quality assurance and quality
management systems
Critical evaluation of tissue culture systems
for IVF and embryo culture, including the
latest methods used in embryo selection
A comprehensive knowledge of assisted
fertilisation techniques including
micromanipulation
The ability to evaluate the latest
developments in cryopreservation and
vitrification of oocytes, spermatozoa,
zygotes and cleavage and blastocyst stage
embryos as well as ovarian and testicular
biopsies
An understanding of the ethical issues
involved in infertility treatment, the HFE Act
and HFEA code of practice
The experience of designing a research
proposal related to the field of ART which
includes a critical review of the relevant
literature, development of a research
hypothesis, presentation of preliminary
evidence to support the hypothesis, choice
and justification of the appropriate
investigative methodology and resources
required.

SPECIAL FEATURES
ONLINE: The course was established in 2000,
as the first web-based MSc degree course in
Clinical Embryology. The part-time, distance
learning format allows applicants in full-time
employment to acquire an MSc degree.
WORKSHOPS: Three separate one-week
long workshops are held in Leeds over the
two-year programme, at which students are
assigned a personal tutor, meet the staff and
fellow students, attend lectures and participate
in practical sessions, seminars and discussion
groups for a truly interactive experience.

Level

Module

Modules for
Postgraduate
Diploma and
Masters (MSc)

Fundamentals of
Clinical Embryology

45

IVF & Embryo

Culture

35

Micromanipulation

15

Cryobiology and
Cryopreservation

15

Ethics and Law for

Embryologists

10

Research Project in
Clinical Embryology

60

Masters in
Science (MSc)

Credits

Career prospects
Designed for professionals in the field of
Reproductive Medicine, students will gain
a nationally recognised qualification that will
enhance knowledge in the subject of
embryology and help to establish good
practice in the field of Assisted Reproductive
Technology (ART). It will enrich the
professional and academic development
of clinical embryologists, and has led to
promotion to more senior posts for
many alumni.

Although it was distance-learning, I never felt that I was away from the
classroom as all the professors and tutors were just an e-mail away,
were encouraging and supportive and always responded promptly.
I would definitely recommend this course to those who wish to gain
a wider and deeper understanding of human reproduction and to
implement the knowledge in the embryology lab. Reena Gupta