Course details

Summary

Develop expertise in applying biological and biomedical knowledge to the improvement of human health, through the development of novel approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Programme overview

This programme will prepare high-achieving science graduates and graduates of some clinical programmes (e.g. MBChB) to develop expertise in applying in-depth biological and biomedical knowledge to the improvement of human health through the development of novel approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Students will design and conduct biomedical research and/or translational research designed to improve clinical practice. A written thesis setting out your findings will also be required.

Programme structure

The MBiomedSc is a 120-point or 240-point research masters degree.

A research masters is a research-based programme of study where students conduct research under the guidance of a supervisor and submit a written thesis, outlining their findings.

Research (120 pt)

Enter from a postgraduate qualification

Completed in two semesters if enrolled full-time or four semesters if enrolled part-time

Requires completion of a thesis (120 points)

Research (240 pt)

Enter from an undergraduate degree

Completed in four consecutive semesters if enrolled full-time or up to eight semesters if enrolled part-time

Requires two core courses in design, analysis and project design in biomedical research (30 points) and

A choice of elective courses (90 points) from a range of subjects relevant to biomedical science and

Completion of a thesis (120 points)

Where could this programme take you?

Biomedical science has made transformative contributions over the past decade, stimulating growth in a wide range of industries including agriculture, pharmaceuticals, veterinary science and medical research. There are a variety of opportunities in universities, research institutes and private sector pharmaceutical/biotechnology industries (particularly in the United States and Europe) for those with postgraduate training in this field.

Jobs related to this programme

• Research scientist

Further study options

• Doctor of Philosophy

Entry criteria

For research 120 points: You need to have completed one year of postgraduate study in biomedical science (or an equivalent subject), following an undergraduate degree, at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 5.0.

For research 240 points:

You need to have completed an undergraduate degree in biomedical science (or an equivalent subject) at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 in 75% of your most advanced-level courses.

English language requirements:
IELTS 6.5; TOEFL (iBT) 90; TOEFL (paper-based) 575; CAE or CPE 176; PTE 58; MELAB 85.