Kingston University

MSc Biomedical Science: Medical Microbiology with Management Studies

Kingston University

Course overview

The Kingston University MSc Biomedical Science: Medical Microbiology with Management Studies course provides a detailed knowledge of how diseases work, how to diagnose them, and what are the health consequences of microbial diseases around the world. The program connects knowledge with academic background to the application of biomedical science and management from a business perspective. An important element of the course is a long research project, which requires you to investigate an area in detail.

Students learn from professional teaching staff, guest speakers, and hands-on classes. The professional placement option also exists in the program, making the course two years long. In this course, students’ progress is assessed through exams, coursework, and the research project. Graduates will be ready to work in small businesses and biomedical science management, and research fields.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to have a good honours degree or an equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline. Other degrees in biology and medical science may be considered on an individual basis. All applicants must show a sufficient understanding of mammalian biology and immunology, with previous study in microbiology preferred. Individuals with professional experience are also encouraged to apply.

Grade Requirements:

  • You should hold at least a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) or higher in a relevant subject such as biomedical science, medical microbiology, medical genetics, molecular biology, haematology, or immunology. 
  • Non-standard qualifications with relevant experience may also be considered.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants who are not native English speakers need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall for postgraduate study, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element. You can also submit equivalent scores, such as TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000

  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course work as:

  • A biomedical scientist in a hospital or commercial laboratory
  • Research scientist
  • Laboratory manager
  • Pharmaceutical sales representative
  • Small business owner in the science sector
  • Educator or teacher

Cost of study

For international students, the fee for the MSc Biomedical Science: Medical Microbiology with Management Studies at Kingston University is £19,300.

Admission

You can submit your application for this course through UCAS. Our experienced counsellors are available to assist you.

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