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PgDip Biomedical Science at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This IBMS-accredited PgDip gives knowledge in research methods, project development and emerging technologies and suits graduates aiming for masters-level study or intercalating medical and dental students. Teaching is by academics and NHS experts in research-intensive facilities.

Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take five modules: the core module Molecular Biology: Genomics, Transcriptomics and Proteomics, Project Design and Development, at least one diagnostic research applications module and one discipline-specific module.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (at least 2:2) or equivalent in a relevant subject with significant biomedical, biological or biochemical content, or other qualifications and experience the programme manager deems equivalent. English: equivalent of IELTS at least 6.5 for applicants not educated in English. The intercalating applicant deadline is 31 March in the year of entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,775 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 13,430 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Duration: 1 year

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