MSc Biomedical Science at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Programme overview

MSc Biomedical Science is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and combines theoretical knowledge with the practice of biomedical science. Students choose a specialism that is named in the award title: Medical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Immunohaematology, Cellular & Molecular Pathology or Medical Genetics & Genomics. The project can be completed in a work-based setting.

Faculty: Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences | Duration: 15 months full time (option to complete in 12 months); 3 years part time | Intake: Entry year 2027 | Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Research Strategies and Innovation in Biomedical Sciences, Analytical and Diagnostic Techniques, Molecular & Cellular Basis of Health and Disease, Immunology of Human Diseases and Recent Advances in Biomedical Science, with a Project & Career Planning module and a research project in the chosen specialism.

Career pathways

Further research or professional study, or employment in biomedical science, including middle and senior management roles in the NHS Pathology Service and the commercial sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have one of: a first or second class honours degree (1st or 2:1) with significant biological science content; at least a 60% pass in the Primary (Part I) examination for Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science; or substantial relevant experience at a senior level. Exceptional-entry candidates may be interviewed. International applicants: academic IELTS 7.0 with no sub-score lower than 6.5, or equivalent (an IBMS accreditation requirement).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time home Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed; period not stated in the table. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time international Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed. Source

Intake: Entry year 2027

Duration: 15 months full time (option to complete in 12 months); 3 years part time

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