Programme summary for MSc Bioscience

The MSc in Bioscience is a broad programme that provides you with a sound knowledge of both the practical and theoretical aspects of bioscience and the necessary skills to undertake individual and collaborative research. The programme has a wide appeal, from working scientists to science teachers wanting to update their knowledge of the latest trends in bioscience.

You take three optional modules and a core module in research skills. In addition to taught modules in the field you will also be trained in research processes, culminating in an individual research project which will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your individual skills and abilities.

Modules include:

Applied Biomedical Immunology
Commercial Biotechnology
Applied Toxicology
Medical Microbiology
Biology of Disease.

About the programme

This programme equips you with knowledge of both practical and theoretical aspects of bioscience, and the necessary skills to undertake individual and collaborative research. The programme will appeal to a wide spectrum, from working scientists to science teachers looking to update their knowledge of the latest trends. The programme is run by the School of Health, Sport and Bioscience.

Programme structure

One year full time or two years part time for MSc and PG Diploma.
One year part time for PG Certificate.
Part time students take one optional module in semester A and one in semester B. In year two they take one optional module in semester A and the research skill module in semester B. The project is carried out in year 2.
Taught modules are delivered in a semesterised system, with semesters running from September to January and February to June. The research projects will run through the summer period

Career opportunities

This qualification provides you with a range of career options, from the NHS and biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries to teaching (with further qualifications). The MSc can also lead to further study for a research degree.

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Admission

For entry to this programme, students are required to have qualifications equivalent to a honours degree from a UK university in a relevant subject or experience. For overseas students there is a requirement for an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher (or equivalent), TOEFL score of 650 or an equivalent. Applicants whose qualifications do not conform to these criteria may be admitted to the programme at the admission tutors discretion which will normally involve an interview.