MSc Haematology and Transfusion Science at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Our MSc in Haematology and Transfusion Science offers an advanced understanding of blood science. We cover blood-related disorders and transfusion methods, with far-reaching applications beyond the lab. The course combines theoretical knowledge from taught modules with laboratory techniques practised during your dissertation project, preparing you for a variety of research or clinical roles.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Biological and Chemical Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our MSc in Haematology and Transfusion Science offers nine specialist modules, studied over one year full-time or up to three years part-time. Core areas include: Clinical haematology. Modules core: Research Methods and Ethics in Biomedical Sciences, Analytical and Research Techniques in Biomedical Science, Transfusion Pre-Compatibility Testing, Clinical Haematology, Haematological Malignancies, Antenatal Serology, Haemostasis and Haemostatic Disorders, Disorder Case Study, Project.

Career pathways

This course offers an avenue into a range of specialist fields, such as: Hospital science. Clinical laboratory science.

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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, including the study of haematology and transfusion science. We might also consider your application if you a 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 are a fellow of The Institute of Biomedical Science, you may be eligible for exemption from some of the units 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; 3 years part-time

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

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