MSc Biomedical Science

The entry requirements for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above, or equivalent. 

We look for applicants to have a background in bio-molecular sciences such as biological sciences, biotechnology, molecular biology, immunology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, human biology, pharmacology, microbiology, forensic biology in order to be eligible for the programme.

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience.

This course has academic entry requirements which are assessed alongside relevant work experience. Full details of any relevant work experience, including references should be submitted with your application and may be considered for entry where the minimum academic entry requirements are below those required.

Usually, unrelated work experience is not considered sufficient for entry without meeting the minimum academic entry requirements. Please contact us with your specific circumstances by submitting an enquiry form above and we will be happy to discuss your options.

If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the postgraduate admissions team by submitting an enquiry form above.

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• Employment in hospitals, NHS, local government or health and safety divisions in various roles including research, Research & Development (R&D), management and consultancy.
• Employment in industrial settings from smaller medical biotechnology enterprises to global pharmaceutical companies.
• Progression to PhD to follow an academic career.
• If you currently work in the biomedical sector, this programme will enhance your prospects for career progression.

Modules that you will study* as part of this course

• Advanced Immunology ( BMS11100 )
• Biology of Disease and Therapeutics ( BMS11101 )
• Drug Design and Chemotherapy ( BMS11105 )
• Molecular Pathogenesis of Microbial Infection ( MIC11100 )
• Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology ( BMS11110 )
• Research Project ( BMS11102 )
• Research Skills ( MIC11107 )

* These are indicative only and reflect the course structure in the current academic year. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.