Life Sciences
Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
Module code: C7117
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Essay, Coursework
Gain an overview of how research in the Life Sciences can lead to innovation that addresses social needs. Explore the factors that shape, boost or inhibit these innovations.
You’ll look at the applications of bioscience, particularly in medicine, its products and processes, and patterns of development.
You’ll examine the mechanisms through which products and services are commercialised, including university-industry links, spin-off firms and corporate alliances. You'll also explore wider regulatory and ethical debates, and the role they play in the development of biotechnology.
Module learning outcomes
- Identify and critically appraise the non-technical factors associated with the success and failure of commercialisation attempts in the biomedical sector.
- Identify key institutions and organisations that are associated with bioscience and medical innovation.
- Select and appropriately apply conceptual tools from the social sciences to structure arguments related to the dynamics of bioscience and medical innovation.
- Critically discuss evidence that can inform debate on bioscience and medical innovation from a broad range of sources spanning the science, social science, and policy domains.