Clinical Biochemistry

Our best defence against disease isn’t a new therapy, wonder drug or technological miracle. It’s knowledge. On our MSc Clinical Biochemistry degree, you will gain the technical skills and in-depth understanding to explore, harness and add to that knowledge.

It’s a masters course that offers both a theoretical understanding of clinical biochemistry concepts, together with the practical techniques to apply those theories in research – equipping you for practice at specialist level.

You’ll study a range of units, taking a systematic approach to disorders, developing expert analytical techniques and exploring the essential concepts around general, specialist and diagnostic clinical biochemistry.

You’ll also 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.

Throughout this clinical biochemistry masters, you will have the support of an expert team and access to specialist laboratory facilities. Our virtual learning environment provides access to your personalised timetable, course and assessment information, and library resources. This means essential materials are at your fingertips when you need them, allowing you to work flexibly at your own pace.

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 to 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 from 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 and world-class teaching and research facilities, including a cutting-edge Superlab and collaborative study zones.

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

Professional connections – Our 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 offers you the chance to undertake research projects in clinically relevant areas. 

Cutting-edge facilities – You'll learn in our modern laboratories for blood biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and tissue culture. These facilities are home to an array of specialist equipment such as clinical chemistry and lipid profile analysers, and Luminex and proteomics equipment for the measurement of biomarkers in biological fluids.