School of Life Sciences

MSc Biomedical Science

MSc Part-time 2 years, Full-time 12 months

The MSc Biomedical Science program at the University of Wolverhampton offers advanced training in molecular biology, medical microbiology, and immunology. This course equips students with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills for careers in biomedical research and related fields.

The MSc Biomedical Science program at the University of Wolverhampton offers advanced training in molecular biology, medical microbiology, and immunology. This course equips students with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills for careers in biomedical research and related fields.

Award
MSc
Start date(s)
September 2024, September 2025, January 2025
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Course specifications
Course length
Part-time (2 years),Full-time (12 months)
Campus location
University: City Campus
School
School of Life Sciences
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Why choose this course?

Biomedical science is a rapidly growing field that combines the principles of biology and medicine to understand the human body's functioning and disease processes. The program integrates training in research, laboratory techniques, critical thinking, analytical skills, and communication skills.

  • 25+ years of teaching excellence
  • Taught by active researchers and NHS professionals
  • Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
  • Small group, problem-based learning for in-depth clinical exploration
  • Strong links with local hospitals for real-world insights

Please note: although this MSc is accredited by the IBMS, completion of this course does not allow you to practise as a registered Biomedical Scientist. To do that, you would need to have studied for the Accredited Undergraduate Award and completed your registration portfolio. Find out more about our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science award.

This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)

What's unique about this course?

  • Expert Teaching: Led by researchers and NHS professionals, including Hospital Consultants and Senior Biomedical Scientists, bringing real-world expertise to the classroom.
  • Flexible Timetable: Modules taught allows you to balance study with work or other commitments.
  • Facilities and Resources: Access to new, state-of-the-art laboratories at our City Campus, mirroring professional biomedical science settings.
  • Interdisciplinary Approach: Problem-based learning in small groups, exploring clinical aspects in depth and fostering critical thinking skills.
  • Research Opportunities: Conduct your research project in our advanced labs or within NHS pathology laboratories, applying your skills to real-world biomedical challenges.

What happens on the course?

The course is aimed at graduates with a degree in biology, biochemistry, or related fields who wish to specialise in this rapidly growing field. It provides an opportunity for students to gain an in-depth understanding of the molecular basis of disease and develop critical thinking, analytical, and research skills.

Regardless of the route you choose you will be given the opportunity to learn via problem-based learning in Principles of Integrated Biomedical Science and will undertake a research project in our state-of-the-art laboratories or within the workplace.

 

Course Modules

Potential Career Paths

Working in hospital or clinical laboratories, performing tests and analysis on biological samples

Additional Information

Everything you need to know about this course!

  • A thorough understanding of the basic biological science concepts that underpin health and disease, and how these concepts are investigated in the laboratory to inform the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
  • Advanced knowledge in your choice of specialist pathology disciplines including immunology, biochemistry, haematology, microbiology and cellular pathology.
  • The skills and experience necessary to undertake an independent research project in an area relevant to biomedical research or practice, and to report your findings in a scientific style.
  • The ability to critically evaluate recent advances in biomedical research and practice through independent study of relevant research literature.
  • Initiative and problem-solving ability in biomedical science via problem-based exploration of clinical case studies.

Location Mode Fee Year
Home Full-time £11000 per year 2022-23
Home Full-time £11000 per year 2022-23
Home Full-time £11550 per year 2023-24
Home Full-time £11836 per year 2024-25
Home Full-time £12203 per year 2025-26
Home Part-time £5500 per year 2022-23
Home Part-time £5500 per year 2022-23
Home Part-time £5775 per year 2023-24
Home Part-time £5918 per year 2024-25
Home Part-time £6102 per year 2025-26
International Full-time £14950 per year 2022-23
International Full-time £15950 per year 2023-24
International Full-time £16450 per year 2024-25
International Full-time £18054 per year 2025-26

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

You should have a minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent, although substantial professional experience may be acceptable when combined with another qualification. We look for graduates with an appropriate honours degree in biomedical subjects, or biological subjects with an appropriate biomedical content.

International Applicants

Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.

Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)

Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £12,167 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk.

* Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits


Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.


Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:

You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.

The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.

There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.

The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.


Self-funded:

If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.


Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.


Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.


Charitable Funding:

You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts; please see the following websites Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Action. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation.


You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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