MSci Biomedicine with Advanced Pathways
Course overview
The MSc Bioscience with Advanced Pathways at Birkbeck University is a master's programme in Biomedicine, which follows a three-year BSc in the discipline. It’s for students who seek knowledge and enjoy research work.
The course teaches how to use microscopes and handle DNA, along with topics in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, and genetics. Students will work independently in a lab environment on a practical project, and in their final year, they will also undertake research, culminating in a substantial research project, supervised by an academic member of staff.
Learning in this course is through lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions. Assessment methods also include essays, computer-based tests, presentations, written examinations, and a final year project.
Entry requirements
Applicants without traditional qualifications are assessed based on qualifications, knowledge, and work experience. Formal entry requirements may be waived depending on academic potential.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants require 112 UCAS tariff points from A-levels, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics.
- Those with only two full A-levels are considered on an individual basis.
- Other qualifications include a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma.
English Proficiency:
- International students must achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.0.
- Other accepted English proficiency tests include the PTE Academic and Cambridge English.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSci Biomedicine with Advanced Pathways from Birkbeck University, London can work in roles, including:
- Biomedical Scientist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Research Scientist
- Forensic Scientist
- Physician Associate
Cost of study
International students interested in the MSci Biomedicine with Advanced Pathways in Birkbeck University, London should expect to pay £18,500 per year.
Admission
Candidates who wish to enrol in this course must apply through the university’s online portal. To learn how to do this, consult a counsellor at AHZ now.
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