Haematology and Transfusion Science

Mastering the science of blood – exploring its characteristics and disorders, and understanding how it’s transfused – impacts far beyond the laboratory.

We’ve designed our MSc Haematology and Transfusion Science degree to enable you to develop an advanced theoretical understanding and the practical techniques you’ll need to apply in a research or clinical context.

You’ll start by developing a well-rounded understanding of biomedical topics, learning about analytical techniques and human disorders. You’ll then look at a range of specialist units – offering an in-depth look at everything from blood cells and diseases to blood groups, transfusion methods and immunological aspects of blood. From there, you'll be ready to tackle the issues that fascinate you, with an independent masters research project.

Whether you study full-time for a year or part-time for up to three, our haematology and transfusion science masters can open many doors for your future. From furthering your career in a hospital laboratory or working in a research facility, to continuing your studies or moving into teaching or management, be ready for a career full of impact.

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 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, and tissue culture. These facilities are home to an impressive array of specialist equipment such as full blood count analysers, coagulation analysers, platelet aggregometers, clinical chemistry analysers and lipid profile analysers, as well as a flow cytometry suite and full microscopy suite housing state-of-the-art imaging systems.

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.

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