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MSc - Master of Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Full Time
OCT-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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With our MSc Biomedical Science course, youll gain the technical skills and in-depth understanding to build defences against disease, harnessing new therapy, wonder drugs and technology. Its a masters course that offers a broad base of understanding and the opportunity to investigate specialist areas of biomedical science. As well as units offering advanced analytical techniques and an in-depth understanding of different aspects of disease, you will explore areas that match your personal interests and career ambitions. Youll complete an independent research project, building professional-level research skills. This is your opportunity to explore the issues that fascinate you most by making the most of our extensive links with hospitals across Greater Manchester to conduct research in a real-world context. Our course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) which means our teaching is of a high standard and provides wide-ranging, research-informed education to ensure you develop the practical skills and experience that employers value. Please note, that although this MSc is accredited by the IBMS it does not fulfil the requirements for gaining registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and does not provide the opportunity to complete the IBMS Registration Training Portfolio.
Career prospects
This biomedical science masters offers an avenue into a range of specialist fields, such as biomedical and pharmaceutical industries. The subjects youll cover can also lay the groundwork for careers in research or teaching or to pursue studies towards a PhD.
Weve built strong links across the NHS in the region, working with clinicians to keep our courses industry-relevant and ensure that our graduates are ready for the workplace. So, when you leave us, you should have the skills and understanding that employers want – whether youre looking to join the NHS or work in the local bioscience industry, or you want to pursue a future in research, education or management.
Some of our MSc Biomedical Science graduates have gone into roles such as:
Lead Specialist for Technical and Scientific Development
Head of Centre for Manchester Blood Centre
NHS Blood and Transplant
Field Application Specialist Manager
Molecular Business Manager
Youll need a UK honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in biological or biomedical science. We might also consider your application if you a have an equivalent professional qualification or substantial relevant professional experience, or if you have an HNC medical laboratory science plus at least 10 years experience. If youre a fellow of The Institute of Biomedical Science, youll be eligible for exemption from some of the units on the course.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,000 per year
Students from Domestic
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£12,000 per year
Students from Channel Islands
£22,000 per year
Students from EU
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£22,000 per year
Students from International
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