University of Birmingham: Biomedical Sciences
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Biosciences |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
MSc
Summary
Deepen your understanding and identify strategies to tackle global health challenges in areas including antimicrobial resistance, autoimmunity, inflammatory diseases and ageing, cancer and immunotherapy.
Join our thriving community of biomedical scientists to develop your skills and creativity for identifying and developing solutions to existing and emerging global health challenges.
What makes this course different? Help to tackle global health challenges with a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences, learning and researching within the huge diversity of the UK’s largest healthcare region.
This programme will develop and equip you with the necessary academic and research skills to be able to make a real-life impact on some of the most pressing biomedical-related health issues through subsequent contributions to the international workforce.
A combination of taught and research components will expose you to cutting-edge research that spans cellular, molecular and whole-body systems and integrates basic, translational and applied clinical science.
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Expert Supervision: Get guidance from world-leading academics throughout your journey, mastering essential techniques and training.
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Benefit from being based at the Birmingham health campus, co-located with the University Hospital of Birmingham and the Birmingham Women’s Hospital, as well as the Institute of Translational Medicine and Institute of Biomedical Research.
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Work in a wide range of cutting-edge research lab spaces embedded in research facilities right across the university and the health partners co-located with us.
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The research project will allow you to practically apply the skills learned in a real-world research environment, with the potential to make a real difference.
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The programme will deliver career-focused skills that will enhance your employability – you will become a critical thinker who can work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.
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In-depth training in critical academic and research skills, providing you with the expertise needed for advanced scientific enquiry and communication in the field of Biomedical and Health Sciences.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 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. |
| Location | Main Site Academic and Student Division Birmingham B15 2TT |
Summary
Deepen your understanding and identify strategies to tackle global health challenges in areas including antimicrobial resistance, autoimmunity, inflammatory diseases and ageing, cancer and immunotherapy.
Join our thriving community of biomedical scientists to develop your skills and creativity for identifying and developing solutions to existing and emerging global health challenges.
What makes this course different? Help to tackle global health challenges with a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences, learning and researching within the huge diversity of the UK’s largest healthcare region.
This programme will develop and equip you with the necessary academic and research skills to be able to make a real-life impact on some of the most pressing biomedical-related health issues through subsequent contributions to the international workforce.
A combination of taught and research components will expose you to cutting-edge research that spans cellular, molecular and whole-body systems and integrates basic, translational and applied clinical science.
-
Expert Supervision: Get guidance from world-leading academics throughout your journey, mastering essential techniques and training.
-
Benefit from being based at the Birmingham health campus, co-located with the University Hospital of Birmingham and the Birmingham Women’s Hospital, as well as the Institute of Translational Medicine and Institute of Biomedical Research.
-
Work in a wide range of cutting-edge research lab spaces embedded in research facilities right across the university and the health partners co-located with us.
-
The research project will allow you to practically apply the skills learned in a real-world research environment, with the potential to make a real difference.
-
The programme will deliver career-focused skills that will enhance your employability – you will become a critical thinker who can work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.
-
In-depth training in critical academic and research skills, providing you with the expertise needed for advanced scientific enquiry and communication in the field of Biomedical and Health Sciences.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 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. |
| Location | Main Site Academic and Student Division Birmingham B15 2TT |
Our high-quality teaching and supervision will help you take your skills and career to the next level.
Here, you’ll feel engaged, motivated and challenged, as part of our inclusive community that has a strong research culture. At Birmingham, we’ll support your health, wellbeing and personal development. While our professional and academic careers services will help you take the next step. This is your time. This is your place.
With more than 600 taught programmes and a range of research opportunities to choose from, Birmingham is one of the most popular UK universities for postgraduate study.
