MSc Clinical Biochemistry at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Our course provides a grounding in clinical biochemistry for graduates pursuing careers in diagnostic labs, the pharmaceutical industry or research. Study the pathophysiology of diseases of the major organ systems within the body and how laboratory analysis can help to elucidate the cause and advise on patient management. Understand the regulation of endocrinology systems and investigation of disorders.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: MSc 1 yr FT / 2-3 yr PT. PGDip/PGCert 1yr FT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The units that form part of the MSc (180 credits) are as follows: Research Methods (0 credit) Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry (15 credits) Analytical Methods (15 credits) Diseases of Major Organs (15 credits) Endocrinology and Diabetes (15 credits) Research Skills Masterclass (30 credits) Paediatric Biochemistry (15 credits) Specialist Biochemistry (15 credits) Clinical Biochemistry Dissertation (60 credits) There are also two part-time PGCert pathways available, each comprising the following units: PGCert Clinical Biochemistry (Foundation) Analytical Methods (15 credits) Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry (15 credits) Diseases of Major Organs (15 credits) Endocrinology and...

Career pathways

Our course attracts a wide range of students from a bioscience and medical background from home and abroad. Many students study this course as a springboard for further academic research (for example a PhD) or as a stepping stone before applying for the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP).

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Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (Upper Second minimum) or overseas equivalent in: biochemistry biomedical sciences physiology pharmacology pharmacy medicine other biological subjects that contain elements of biochemistry and/or physiology. We accept chemistry graduates, but you need to have studied significant elements of biochemistry and/or physiology during your undergraduate degree. English language: IELTS. Interview: You may be asked to undertake a 15-minute interview, which will take place online.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,400 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc 1 yr FT / 2-3 yr PT. PGDip/PGCert 1yr FT

Apply through the official page: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/apply/

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