Biomedical Science (Cellular Pathology)

Entry requirements

We welcome your application regardless of your background or experience.

For this course, ideally, we are looking for:

• A 2:2 honours degree or above in a related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Cellular pathology saves many lives each year by helping to fight serious illness. It is the study of changes in cells, tissues, and organs that cause disease. This specialism is constantly evolving and plays a crucial role in the fight against serious illnesses, particularly cancer.

Our MSc emphasises practical skills and hands-on experience in diagnostic techniques. Our specialist laboratories are fully equipped with specialist technology, including a cell culture facility and proteomics facilities. You will learn to use cutting-edge techniques and equipment for cellular and molecular analysis, such as MALDI-TOF mass spectrometers, flow cytometers, DNA sequencing, real-time PCR, electrophoresis, and HPLC.

Our biomedical science courses have an excellent international reputation. All our teaching staff are involved in research and many are pioneers in their own field. Our Centre for Investigative and Diagnostic Oncology has made significant breakthroughs in cancer diagnosis and treatment, including our breakthrough in the development of a vaccine for bladder cancer.

We have strong links with London hospitals and NHS Laboratories which means that you will be studying the latest developments, practices, and research.

What you will gain

In addition to gaining in-depth knowledge of your subject, you will acquire a comprehensive understanding of designing and conducting experiments, statistical analyses, and techniques for analysing samples and molecules.

You will also be proficient in managing a laboratory, including people management, business plans and budgets, safety regulations, and quality management. Additionally, you will become familiar with ethical and legal issues that may arise in specific types of research, such as assisted reproduction and genetics, genetic testing, and human or animal research.

All our teaching staff are involved in research and many are pioneers in their own field. The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, so on graduation you'll have fulfilled the academic requirement for Licentiate membership of the institute; you can apply for student membership while you study.

Fees and funding