Biomedical Science
Entry requirements
- A 2.2 UK Honours Degree or above in Biomedical Science or in Biological Science with a significant amount of biomedical science, or an international equivalent.
- You must be working as a trainee or qualified biomedical scientist in a hospital, research laboratory or equivalent or have access to similar laboratory facilities.
- Evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).
Months of entry
January, May, July, September, November
Course content
This course is designed for those following careers as biomedical
scientists in the wider context of biomedical science (including
biopharmaceutical and bio-industries). The MSc Biomedical
Science provides eligibility for the title of chartered scientist if
the individual meets the other eligibility criteria of corporate
membership of the IBMS and active engagement in continued
professional development (CPD). It is not a suitable qualification
for the purposes of Health and Care Professions Council
registration in the UK. This course provides an academically
challenging and vocationally relevant science education
for those wishing to develop their career in the biosciences,
pharmaceutical or bio-industries. Students can take specialisms
in: cellular pathology; clinical chemistry; haematology; and
medical microbiology. The course is completely online. The
project is carried out in the students’ place of work under a workbased-
supervisor. Suitably qualified graduates may also choose
to proceed to higher postgraduate degree programmes within
the biosciences.
Information for international students
Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no band score less than 5.5), or a Trinity ISE Pass at level III.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24+ months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- studentsuccess@online.ulster.ac.uk
- Phone
- 02034673225