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Course Overview

The MSc Biomedical Science programme enables you to specialise in one of three areas through our research-aligned, biomedical pathways:

  • Cancer Biology
  • Clinical Neuroscience*
  • Infection and Immunity

Each pathway comprises two discipline-specific modules covering specialist and application teaching, along with three core modules in molecular genetics and proteomics, project design and development, and a research dissertation project aligned to your pathway choice. All modules are assessed through a variety of coursework types, including written elements, presentations and timed/practical elements, and a written project dissertation. This enables you to gain broad, transferable skills and experience.

Key features

  • Select a specialist pathway focusing on Cancer Biology, Clinical Neuroscience* or Infection and Immunity.
  • Dedicated content covering genomics, proteomics and transcriptomics.
  • 50+ hours of practical-based learning per pathway.
  • 15-week, independent practical- or dry-laboratory research projects available, supported by a dedicated supervisor.
  • An international reputation in translational research; ranked 1st in the UK for Research Output in Clinical Medicine.
  • Significant financial investment in laboratory infrastructure including the newly constructed Derriford Research Facility.
  • Programme professionally accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
  • 100% overall student satisfaction in the 2019-20 Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (Plymouth).

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

  • Applicants should have a good honors degree, or equivalent, awarded by a UK institute of higher education in a biomedical or biological-related subject. Those with a lower second-class honors degree, an alternative subject qualification, or relevant work-based experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
  • This programme accepts applications from medical, dental and veterinary students who wish to intercalate their studies.
  • For overseas applicants, you can check how your qualification compares with the UK equivalent through UK NARIC, who provides an advisory service.
  • If your first language is not English, you will be required to provide evidence of competence in the English language:
  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or above with no less than 6.0 in each category (speaking, listening, reading, & writing) will be required.
  • Please visit our entry requirements for international students page for more information.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications.

English Language Requirements:

The following Secure English Language tests (SELTs) are Home Office (UKVI) approved and accepted by the University of Plymouth and the University of Plymouth International College (UPIC). The scores required have been increased from the UKVI minimum specified scores to meet University requirements.

  • IELTS (Academic)
  • Trinity College London ISE (only a SELT if taken in the UK)
  • LanguageCert International ESOL 
  • Pearson PTE Academic

A SELT must be taken at an approved UKVI center.

The other tests and qualifications listed here have been deemed acceptable by the University of Plymouth and UPIC to meet our entry requirements and UKVI requirements for study at RQF 6 and above. 

Please note that these tests and qualifications are not SELTs.

When studying on a pre-sessional course or course below RQF 6, a SELT is a mandatory requirement set by UKVI. 

If studying at RQF 6 level and above, the University is permitted to accept other qualifications that we deem meet UKVI and our requirements.

Fees

Home Fee: £10100
International Fee: £15200  
Part time (Home) Fee: To be confirmed


This information was accurate on : 20/04/2021
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