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The best defence against disease isn’t a new therapy, wonder drug or technological miracle. It’s knowledge. With our MSc Biomedical Science course, you will gain the technical skills and in-depth understanding to explore, harness and add to that knowledge.

Our course is accredited by the This means our expertise is recognised as meeting the high standards of proficiency for biomedical scientists. Our teaching is informed by the latest advances in research ensuring you develop the practical skills and experience that employers’ value.

It’s 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.

You’ll complete an independent research project, building professional-level research skills. This is your opportunity to explore the issues that fascinate you – making the most of our extensive links with hospitals across Greater Manchester to conduct research in clinically relevant areas in a real-world context.

Features And Benefits

• Excellent standards – recognised for our expertise, the course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.
• Recognised expertise – our Centre for Bioscience represents one of the highest concentrations of health research excellence in the UK, with a reputation for research into the characteristics, limitations and adaptability of the human motor system.
• Practical connections – we work in partnership with hospitals across the region, offering the chance to organise research projects in clinically relevant areas.
• Leading research – 85% of our research impact is rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2014).
• Cutting-edge facilities – we have an extensive range of equipment in our specialist laboratories for blood biochemistry, biomechanics, motor control, exercise performance, cell and molecular biology, and tissue culture.
• Industry links – we have strong links with the Institute of Biomedical Science, the Health and Care Professions Council, the NHS trusts and hospitals in Manchester and the North West, ensuring our biomedical science curriculum is up-to-date.