MSc Applied Bioscience at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Apply bioscience to the future of healthcare: develop specialist expertise in molecular cell biology, biomedical genetics and medical diagnostics. You can choose to start this course in September, January or May. Course durations may vary slightly and you can contact us for more information.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2027, May 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop advanced skills in molecular cell biology, biomedical genetics, bioinformatics and specialised topics in medical diagnostics. On this course, you'll gain hands-on experience of molecular and cellular techniques used in applied bioscience, including DNA analysis, microbiology and cell culture, before conducting an independent research project that enables you to develop significant expertise in your chosen area. Year 1: Contemporary Medical Diagnostics, Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics, Laboratory Techniques in Applied Bioscience, Professional and Ethical Practice, Research Methods and Preparation, Masters Research Project.

Career pathways

Develop the critical skills required for careers across the life sciences sector. Areas you could work in include research, environmental science, biotechnology, food and pharmaceutical industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK honours degree at 2.2 or above (or equivalent) in the following subjects: Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or Cell Biology or a UK honours degree at 2.1 or above (or equivalent) in a cognate science degree (subjects closely related to Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Genetics, Molecular or Cell Biology). If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,275 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,925 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2027, May 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p0877,p1282

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