MSc Biomedical Science at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Our MSc Biomedical Science course equips you with the knowledge and advanced technical skills needed to tackle disease. You’ll explore how pioneering technologies and therapies are rethinking the way we develop and apply diagnostic procedures. You'll study a broad range of biomedical science topics, tailoring your learning through option modules to match your personal interests and career goals.

What you will study

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. Modules core: Research Methods and Ethics in Biomedical Sciences, Analytical and Research Techniques in Biomedical Science, Advanced Biological Aspects of Disease, Disorder Case Study, Project; options: Clinical Haematology, General Clinical Biochemistry, Human Infectious Diseases, Transfusion Pre-Compatibility Testing.

Career pathways

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.

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Application information

Entry requirements

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. IELTS 6.5 overall.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/course/msc-biomedical-science#how-to-apply

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