MSc Medical and Molecular Virology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Understand the importance of molecular diagnostics and bioinformatic analysis in modern virology. Understand viruses, the diseases they cause, and how to diagnose, control and prevent infections. Cover topically relevant viruses such as novel coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-2, influenza, monkeypox and non A-E hepatitis.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: MSc: 1 year FT, 2 years PT; PGCert: 4 months FT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

- Introduction to Medical and Molecular Virology (15 credits) Viruses and Disease 1 (15 credits) Viruses and Disease 2 (15 credits) Viruses and Disease 3 (15 credits) Viruses and Disease 4 (15 credits) Research Skills in Practice (30 credits) Research Project and Dissertation (90 credits) Our first unit introduces the concepts and tools used in medical and molecular virology and how they are applied. The next three units cover the various infections, diseases and syndromes caused by viruses. Compulsory units include Introductory Medical and Molecular Virology, Viruses and Disease 1, Viruses and Disease 2, Viruses and Disease 3, Research skills in Practice (short version), Research Project.

Career pathways

You will graduate with the skills and knowledge required for a career as a modern virologist. You will be well placed to pursue a career as a diagnostic laboratory scientist or manager, or as a scientist in industry or academia in medical and/or molecular virology, or in one of several biotechnology fields relevant to virology.

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Entry requirements

We require a First or Upper Second-class degree in a relevant biomedical/biosciences subject, or an overseas equivalent qualification. Non-standard applicants for the course will be considered on an individual basis. This course is also available for intercalating medical students, both from The University of Manchester and other UK universities, upon completion of their third year. Experience: Relevant work experience from applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. English language: IELTS. Interview: We do not normally interview applicants, but reserve the right to do so in certain circumstances.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 38,900 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc: 1 year FT, 2 years PT; PGCert: 4 months FT

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

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