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Study Details: 1 year full-time
Over this one-year MSc course, you'll explore a broad spectrum of biomedical science subjects. You’ll assess core disease mechanisms using innovative analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry, electrophoresis, and recombinant DNA technology. You'll also examine key research areas, including:
Immunology
Cancer biology
Infectious diseases
Medical genetics
Ultimately, this masters course will advance your knowledge of how complex pathologies develop and interact.
Our Research Methods and Ethics module encourages you to build sophisticated skills in scientific inquiry. This will prepare you to design, conduct and communicate your own independent research project. Optional modules allow you to direct your studies, with topics such as infectious disease, histopathology, and haematology and transfusion medicine.
The highlight of the course is your independent research project, where you’ll investigate a topic of personal or professional interest. Working alongside expert staff and in some cases NHS collaborators, you’ll gain hands-on experience in real-world biomedical settings.
With access to professional-standard facilities, you’ll develop expert technical skills, and the critical thinking required to innovate and lead in biomedical science. This includes:
Genomics labs
NGS equipment
Histology suites
Clinical-grade analysers
By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with specialist knowledge and advanced laboratory expertise. Plus, you’ll gain the ethical insight and research acumen needed to drive progress in healthcare and improve patient outcomes.
Please note, while this MSc is accredited by the IBMS, it does not meet the requirements for HCPC registration.
You’ll need a UK honours degree – normally a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in biological or biomedical science. We might also consider your application if you have an equivalent professional qualification or substantial relevant professional experience, or if you have an HNC medical laboratory science plus at least 10 years’ experience. If you’re a fellow of The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), you may be eligible for exemption from some of the modules on the course.
International students please see mmu.ac.uk/international
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
See our website for fees
This biomedical science masters offers an avenue into a range of specialist fields, particularly within the biomedical and pharmaceutical industries. The topics you’ll cover can also lay the groundwork for careers in research, education or management, and can support your progression towards a PhD.
We ensure you graduate with the skills and understanding that employers look for. This is thanks to our close partnerships across the NHS and our work alongside expert clinicians. It helps keep our courses industry-relevant and ensures you’re ready for the workplace.
Our MSc Biomedical Science graduates have gone into several exciting roles, including:
Lead specialist for technical and scientific development
Head of centre for Manchester Blood Centre
NHS blood and transplant
Field application specialist manager
Molecular business manager
Core modules
Research Methods and Ethics in Biomedical Science
Analytical and Research Techniques in Biomedical Science
Advanced Biological Aspects of Disease
Disorder Case Study
Project
Visit our website for information about optional modules. Please note that option modules are subject to availability.
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