MSc Biomedical Science at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

This one-year full-time MSc builds on a background in eukaryotic molecular or cellular biology and trains students as laboratory scientists. Students choose a specialist pathway in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, or Cell Biology and Drug Development.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Department: School of Biosciences | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Advanced Scientific Skills, Critical Analysis of Current Science and Literature Review and Research Proposal, with a 60-credit Research Project. Pathway modules include Culture and Differentiation of Human Pluripotent Stem Cells, Stem Cell Biology, Principles of Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering, The Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industry and Automation of Drug Discovery Assays.

Career pathways

The course prepares graduates for PhD study or specialist roles in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and the NHS. Previous graduates work as clinical research executives, research assistants, research technicians and scientists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject (biochemistry, biology, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, medical laboratory sciences, medicine or veterinary medicine) with at least one module from each of molecular biology/molecular and cellular biology and cell/cellular/human cell biology. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or University equivalent. No references or referee details are requested; no formal supporting statement, but the application form asks applicants to reflect on their motivations for studying the course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,345 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

International applicants: GBP 36,055 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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