MSc Biomedical Science at Nottingham Trent University

MSc Biomedical Science is an IBMS-accredited Masters at NTU's Clifton Campus covering the biological basis of human disease, its investigation and treatment principles. It has links with BioCity Nottingham and can be taken full-time, part-time or with a placement year.

Faculty: School of Science and Technology  |  Department: Biosciences  |  Duration: One year full-time; two years part-time; two years full-time with a placement year  |  Intake: January 2026, September 2026 and January 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Semester one core modules are Cell Culture and Antibody Technology and Biology of Disease, with one option from Microbial Diagnostics, Medical Microbiology and Molecular Biology, within 180 credits. Teaching is through lectures, seminars and guided reading from practising professionals; assessment includes written assignments, laboratory reports, oral presentations, examinations and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates work as HCPC-registered biomedical scientists, genetic technologists, clinical research associates, medical information specialists, histologists, clinical scientists and research scientists, at employers such as the NHS, NHS Blood and Transplant and Pro Pharma Group, or progress to PhD study. A successful placement year earns a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice.

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