Organ-on-a-Chip Technologies

Entry requirements

A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Robotics etc), a related discipline (Materials Science, Maths) or relevant science subjects (Physics, Biomedical Sciences, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Medicinal Chemistry, Chemistry etc).

Months of entry

September

Course content

Introduction

As biomedical research moves beyond animal testing, organ-on-a-chip systems are at the forefront of emerging medical technologies — enabling realistic, human-centred models that advance understanding of disease mechanisms and therapeutic responses.

This unique, industry-led MSc course, delivered within the renowned Centre for Predictive In Vitro Models, provides advanced training in next-generation organ-on-a-chip, tissue engineering and in vitro technologies — preparing you to shape the future of healthcare.

Programme highlights

• Study a future-facing course at the forefront of technologies that will revolutionise personalised medicine and reduce animal testing.
• Work within one of Europe's largest and most advanced organ-on-a-chip facilities.
• Gain insights from our network of 150+ industry partners across pharma, biotech, and regulatory agencies.
• Queen Mary is ranked within the top 70 universities in the world for Medicine and Life Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).

What you'll study

This MSc places you at the forefront of a rapidly-evolving field where science, innovation, and industry meet.

Designed with input from leading organisations including GSK, AstraZeneca, Baxter and the RSPCA, the programme reflects the real needs of employers and gives you direct exposure to the challenges shaping modern healthcare.

You’ll gain:

• Hands-on training with advanced in vitro and organ-on-a-chip systems.
• Expertise in experimental and computational modelling, and biomedical engineering techniques.
• Industry insight through guest lectures, case studies and live projects with our extensive partner network.
• Transferable skills in project management, entrepreneurship, and business awareness, as well as an understanding of ethical and regulatory frameworks.

Career paths

Graduates of this MSc will be sought after in pharmaceutical, biotech, and regulatory organisations, where predictive in vitro expertise is increasingly in demand. Typical roles include:

• Research and Development Scientist / Engineer
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist
• Biomedical / Clinical Engineer
• Biomedical Laboratory Scientist
• Clinical Technologist
• Research Technician

Some graduates will progress to PhD study within our Centre for Predictive In Vitro Models, or other leading centres internationally.

Students on this course will have the opportunity to network with specialist employers at our annual Organ-on-a-Chip Symposium, as well as the School's bi-annual Industrial Liaison Forum events.

Information for international students

You may require ATAS clearance for this programme. Find out more: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/welfare/visas-international-advice/visas-for-study/atas/.

Fees and funding

There are a number of ways you can fund your postgraduate degree.

• Scholarships and bursaries
• Postgraduate loans (UK students)
• Country-specific scholarships for international students