Keele University

Biomedical Science (Blood Science) MSc

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Specialising in the field of blood science, you will study the crucial role that Pre-Analytical Processing, Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Coagulation, Immunology, Blood Transfusion, Point of Care Testing, and Phlebotomy have in healthcare. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), our MSc draws on the experiences of practicing health professionals to examine clinical and research applications within clinical biochemistry, immunology, haematology and transfusion science. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll develop advanced laboratory techniques, and core practical skills in areas such as project management, writing grant proposals and business plans.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Covers clinical biochemistry, haematology, coagulation, immunology and blood transfusion
  • Includes point of care testing, phlebotomy and pre-analytical processing
  • Taught drawing on experiences of practising health professionals
  • Advanced laboratory techniques developed using state-of-the-art facilities
  • Builds project management, grant proposal and business plan writing skills

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include bioscience (Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Humanities Master's Scholarship

    We aim to award scholarships up to £1,000.

  • Keele Alumni Discount

    The Keele Alumni Discount is a 20% discount of the tuition fee charged for Keele Alumni (10% for online programmes).

  • Keele Staff Discount

    If you are a Keele University employee, you may be eligible for a 30% discount off your postgraduate tuition fees.

    Up to 30% of fees
  • KUIC Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    70% and above - £5,000; 60% - 69% - £4,000; 50% - 59% - £3,000.

  • Postgraduate Global Scholarship

    1st - £5,000; 2:1 - £4,000; 2:2 - £3,000.

  • The Keele Postgraduate Research Alumni Discount (KPGRAD)

    This is a 20% discount on the tuition fee if you are studying a Postgraduate Research course (MPhil, PhD, or Professional Doctorate) either delivered on Keele Campus or Online.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Clinical Biochemist
  • Haematology Scientist
  • Transfusion Scientist
  • Immunology Scientist
  • Research Scientist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,700 | International: £18,200

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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