Sheffield Hallam University

MSc Biomedical Laboratory Science

Sheffield Hallam University

Course overview

The Sheffield Hallam University MSc Biomedical Laboratory Science programme provides a thorough understanding of modern biomedical laboratory sciences, with a focus on human disease, from biological processes to diagnosis and treatment. The course helps students gain advanced knowledge and practical skills to understand normal and pathological cell processes and their connections to clinical features, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic responses.

The teaching approach follows the Hallam Model, which is applied and relevant to industry. Students will learn through a mix of lectures, seminars, interactive workshops, and practical laboratory classes. The programme also includes an independent research project. Assessments consist of coursework, exams, and practical tasks, with some modules being graded entirely on coursework.

Entry requirements

To be enrolled, applicants are required to submit an online application that includes a personal statement, and an academic or employer reference is also needed. Students may upload a CV with their application to show any work experience they have.

Grade Requirements:

  • To be enrolled, candidates need at least a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. However, candidates with a 2:2 are also encouraged to apply and will be considered individually.
  • Applicants with other qualifications or skills directly relevant to the course will also be considered.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill, or a recognised equivalent like TOEFL.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Payment of tuition fees.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship

    Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Online Masters Scholarship

    A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Postgraduate Research Scholarship

    A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Postgraduate Study Discounts

    £2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.

    Up to £2,000

  • Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    £1,000 Postgraduate Taught

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Sheffield Hallam University MSc Biomedical Laboratory Science programme pursue careers in:

  • Academic research
  • PhD
  • Health biotechnology sector
  • Industrial biotechnology sector
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • NHS (National Health Service)

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the MSc Biomedical Laboratory Science at Sheffield Hallam University is £17,725.

Admission

Admission to the course is managed through the university's online application system. Our counsellors at AHZ are available to assist you through this process.

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