MSc Biomedical Science

The MSc Biomedical Science at the University of Derby is a Master's programme that gives you an advanced understanding of human diseases. You will learn about how diseases start and change using advanced methods in the laboratory. The course helps you develop a flexible way to solve problems in biomedical science and to think critically about theories and practices in the field. You can choose to focus on one of three special areas that interest you: Clinical Immunology, Advanced Cellular Pathology, or Clinical Haematology and Transfusion Science.

A major part of the course is research. You will learn advanced research skills, like the Multi-OMICS approach, which helps in disease diagnosis and drug development. You will do your own research project in the University labs, potentially in an NHS hospital pathology lab, or even your own workplace, supervised by experienced academics.

This MSc Biomedical Science from the University of Derby is helpful if you want to move on to a PhD or if you simply need a high-level research qualification for your career. The course is officially approved by the Institute of Biomedical Science, meaning it meets high teaching standards. You will be assessed in many ways, including writing essays, lab reports, case studies, and giving presentations. There are no traditional exams. Your final research project will involve writing a journal-style research article to improve your scientific writing skills.