Develop as a scientist or scientifically-literate clinician and study molecular approaches to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of a range of cancer, chronic, autoimmune and genetic diseases.

Be part of our world-renowned School of Medicine and learn from internationally recognised scholars. Our flexible course allows you to develop core scientific skills and follow your professional interests with a choice of optional modules. You’ll also carry out a research project as part of an innovative research group with supervision from academics and clinicians working on cutting-edge research.

• Engage in research projects using the latest technologies to generate scientifically impactful results to improve human health.
• Access research opportunities in Applied Health Research, Cancer and Pathology, Cardiovascular, Genes and Development and Musculoskeletal Research.
• Work as part of a research team in a cutting-edge discipline.
• Choose optional modules to reflect your personal and professional interests.

Career opportunities

This exciting course provides excellent training for:

• Science graduates looking for an opportunity to pursue a career in industry, clinical service or a related discipline, go on to do doctoral research or enter academic medicine.
• Clinicians interested in a clinical academic career.

Many of our past students are now doing PhDs across the UK or internationally. Some are working in NGOs or in the industry. Talented graduates from the MSc will be strongly supported to join PhD programmes in the institutes here at the University.

The MSc Molecular Medicine is the ideal preparation for those intending to secure clinical fellowships.