MSc Advanced Biomedical Science

... United Kingdom
... University of the West of Scotland

Course Overview

Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the MSc Advanced Biomedical Science gives you the skills and knowledge to build a career as an NHS biomedical scientist or within bioscience research. The course aims to give you a balance of theory, practical skills, and application of a range of techniques relevant to the biomedical sciences such as medical genetics, immunobiology, and disease pathology. Emphasis is placed on the application of quality and management processes in the improvement of healthcare provision by biomedical laboratories. Work-based learning modules are available to part-time students completing the IBMS specialist portfolio as an alternative to the discipline-specific modules. The MSc is a good qualification for careers in bioscience research, or for those wishing to progress to further study (Ph.D.). However, it is primarily aimed at those wishing to work or already working as biomedical scientists in the NHS, where an accredited MSc is integral to career progression. Graduation with the MSc does not entitle you to become registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a biomedical scientist. Registration requires demonstration that certain standards of proficiency are met and you are advised to check the HCPC website for further details.

General Eligibility

For the award of MSc Advanced Biomedical Science, you will generate 180 credits from the below modules. All modules are 20 credits apart from MSc Research Project Dissertation which is worth 60 credits.

The full-time MSc Advanced Biomedical Science program consists of six taught modules (over Terms 1 and 2) and a research project (conducted in Term 3).

Modules undertaken for the program vary depending on your position/background.

  • Stream A: biomedical scientists working in NHS (or similar) laboratories

  • Stream B: students who already have an IBMS-accredited undergraduate degree

  • Stream C: students with an undergraduate degree, not accredited by the IBMS

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS

    • Overall score 6.0

    • No sub-test less than 5.5

Programme Information
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Course Category

Biological and Medical Sciences


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Campus Name

Paisley


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 1 year


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

11250,

17250, (INT)


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