Biomedical Science

With our MSc Biomedical Science course, you’ll gain the technical skills and in-depth understanding to build defences against disease, harnessing new therapy, wonder drugs and technology.

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’ll 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 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. Please visit the IBMS website for more information and advice on HCPC registration. 

Features and Benefits

Industry standards – Recognised for our expertise, the course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.

Learn alongside leading researchers – We're ranked 15th in the UK for the power of our health and biomedical research (REF, 2021). From microbiology and musculoskeletal science to vascular biology and sports medicine, the pioneering research of our department has led to important advances in diagnosis and care.

Professional study environment - We’ve invested over £115 million to transform the way we teach and the way you learn. Our new Dalton building features dynamic learning spaces, world-class teaching and research facilities and collaborative study zones.

Cutting-edge facilities – You’ll learn in our new Superlab and modern laboratories for blood biochemistry, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, tissue culture and histology. Home to an impressive array of specialist equipment, you’ll gain current laboratory skills in your chosen project area.

Professional connections – Our strong links with the Institute of Biomedical Science, the Health and Care Professions Council, and NHS trusts and hospitals in Manchester and the North West offers you the chance to undertake research projects in clinically relevant areas. 

Athena SWAN award – Manchester Met’s commitment to promoting and advancing gender equality in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics subjects has been recognised with a Bronze Athena SWAN award.