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Program overview
Expand your knowledge and discover approaches to address worldwide health issues in fields such as antimicrobial resistance, autoimmune disorders, inflammatory conditions and aging, oncology, and immunotherapies.
Unique program features
Contribute to solving global health problems through a Biomedical Sciences Master's program, studying and conducting research within the extensive network of the UK's largest healthcare district. This course will cultivate and provide you with the academic and investigative abilities needed to create tangible improvements in critical biomedical health concerns through future contributions to the global professional community.‚ÄØA blend of instructional and research elements will introduce you to pioneering studies encompassing cellular, molecular, and systemic biology, combining fundamental, transitional, and practical clinical science.Personalized Mentorship: Receive direction from internationally renowned scholars during your studies, acquiring vital methodologies and specialized training.
Take advantage of our location on the Birmingham medical campus, situated alongside the University Hospital of Birmingham, Birmingham Women's Hospital, as well as the Institute of Translational Medicine and Institute of Biomedical Research.
Gain experience in diverse state-of-the-art laboratory spaces integrated within research centers throughout the university and our affiliated healthcare institutions.
The research component enables practical implementation of acquired skills in an authentic research setting, with opportunities to create meaningful impact.
This program develops career-oriented competencies that will boost your professional prospects – transforming you into an analytical professional capable of collaborating across various disciplines.
Comprehensive instruction in essential academic and research techniques, equipping you with the proficiency required for sophisticated scientific investigation and knowledge dissemination in Biomedical and Health Sciences.
Career prospects
This qualification may furnish you with qualities that could facilitate advancement to higher postgraduate education, including doctoral programs.Career possibilities span multiple industries and directions, such as:NHS Scientist Training Programme
Various positions in the pharmaceutical sector
Biotechnology field
Clinical research scientists
Medical trial coordination
Promotional and administrative positions
Scientific advisors for governmental agencies
2:1 Honours degree. You should have, or expect to obtain a 2:1 Honours degree in life science or biomedical science degree normally classified at 2:1 or above or equivalent. Examples of typical undergraduate degrees are Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science and Laboratory Science, however other life sciences degree will be considered. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to: TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing