Biomedical Science MSc
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Become an advanced biomedical scientist ready to shape the future of diagnostics, therapeutics and disease understanding. This course is no longer recruiting for 2026, but you can still apply for a September 2027 start. Our MSc in Biomedical Science delivers cutting-edge training in molecular biology, infection science, cancer biology, and point-of-care technologies through hands-on practicals, real-world case studies, and research-informed teaching.
Aligned with IBMS standards, it develops the scientific, analytical, and professional skills needed across healthcare, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors, while also building leadership, management, quality, and governance expertise for progression into senior clinical pathology roles. A major research project allows you to specialise, strengthen advanced laboratory skills, and produce impactful scientific work. This future-focused Master’s is designed to help you lead, innovate, and excel in biomedical science.
Please note that completion of an IBMS-accredited MSc does not meet requirements for HCPC registration unless you already hold an IBMS-accredited undergraduate (BSc Hons) degree.
Key highlights
- Training in molecular biology, infection science and cancer biology
- Covers point-of-care technologies through hands-on practicals and case studies
- Aligned with IBMS standards for biomedical science practice
- Builds leadership, management, quality and governance expertise for pathology
- Major research project to specialise and strengthen advanced laboratory skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include BSc
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Biomedical scientist
- Senior clinical pathology scientist
- Pathology laboratory manager
- Research scientist
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Biotechnology scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £20,780
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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