Biomedical Science (Integrated Masters) (Including Placement Year) - MSci
University of Essex
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Our MSci Biomedical Science is an Integrated Masters course that will open the door to a broad range of international career opportunities in this rapidly growing field. We’ll equip you with an understanding of the molecular principles that underlie biochemical reactions and biomedical processes. You’ll explore methods and research techniques that will enable you to understand and analyse current real-world biomedical problems and suggest solutions as well as hands-on practical experience in ...Read more

Our MSci Biomedical Science is an Integrated Masters course that will open the door to a broad range of international career opportunities in this rapidly growing field. We’ll equip you with an understanding of the molecular principles that underlie biochemical reactions and biomedical processes. You’ll explore methods and research techniques that will enable you to understand and analyse current real-world biomedical problems and suggest solutions as well as hands-on practical experience in modern research.With our Integrated Masters you’ll be able to fast track your degree and complete your final year in nine months compared to a regular MSc which usually takes twelve months.

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SR
Student Reviewer
17 Dec 25

It’s a great place to study because of the excellent student-teacher relationships, they don’t make it all about education, they also add experiences to it. What could be improved..Read more

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Janki
30 Oct 25

The best aspect is how diverse it as. As an international student I feel so connected and at ease around everyone! I wish we had more events where we could have ice breakers or..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£24,360 per year

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SR
Student Reviewer
17 Dec 25
Biomedical Science
It’s a great place to study because of the excellent student-teacher relationships, they don’t make it all about education, they also add experiences to it. What could be improved...
Read more
J
Janki
30 Oct 25
Applied Biomedical Science (NHS Placement)
The best aspect is how diverse it as. As an international student I feel so connected and at ease around everyone! I wish we had more events where we could have ice breakers or...
Read more
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University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
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