MSc Clinical Immunology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Gain theoretical and practical insights into clinical immunology and prepare for a public or private sector career. This course is designed for healthcare science professionals and those looking to pursue a career in the field. Learn from leaders in clinical immunology from the NHS across the UK and leading researchers from The University of Manchester.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: MSc 1 yr FT, 2 yrs PT; PGDip 9 months FT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

To obtain a PGDip, you will be required to complete 120 credits: Introduction to Clinical Immunology (15 credits) Immune Responses, Immune Deficiency, and Immunotherapy (30 credits) Acquired Disorders in Clinical Immunology - Allergy, Autoimmunity, Haematological Malignancy (30 credits) Research Skills Masterclass (30 credits) Transplant Immunology (15 credits) In addition, to obtain an MSc, you must combine the units above with a 60-credit project and dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates of this course develop their scientific knowledge and transferable skills that are highly sought after by scientific and pharmaceutical companies within the private sector. You will also be equipped to work in diagnostic laboratories.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (Upper Second minimum) or overseas equivalent in: immunology biomedical science biology biochemistry pharmacology medicine or any other biological subject that contains an element of immunology. You should have some prior experience of immunology in your undergraduate degree, with evidence in your undergraduate transcript. Experience: You need to be able to demonstrate relevant work experience in your chosen subject and career pathway. English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in the other components. Interview: We do not normally interview applicants but reserve the right to do so in certain circumstances.

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 yrs PT; PGDip 9 months FT

Apply through the official page: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/howtoapply/

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