Entry requirementsStandard Entry You should possess a minimum of a lower second class honours qualification in a science-based degree containing substantial biomedical content or an equivalent qualification. Additional Notes If you are an overseas applicant, you should be able to demonstrate competence in the English language to a level equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Academic titleBiomedical Sciences (MSc)
Course descriptionCOURSE INFORMATION
The MSc Biomedical Sciences course at Northumbria University has been designed to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of the laboratory investigation of disease at postgraduate level. It will be particularly applicable to you if you are working in the hospital pathology service and wish to become a specialist practitioner in a particular discipline.
In line with NHS National Occupational Standards (NOS), the course includes material that forms part of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) logbook for the specialist certificate within the taught modules in each discipline. A further important feature is the use of work-based learning modules which will enable you to gain credit for specialist learning carried out in conjunction with the workplace. This involves a learning contract drawn up in collaboration with the laboratory training officer and a member of the full-time teaching staff, thereby supporting the work of NHS laboratories across the North East.
The course structure has been designed to give maximum flexibility and you can choose between a minimum of 30 taught credits and a maximum of 60 taught credits per year plus a 60 credit research project, to achieve an MSc qualification in 2-5 years.
This course is part-time and includes one evening a week (Monday 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm) plus appropriate work based learning.
Further details about the core modules and all optional modules are available via the Module Information link.
MODULE INFORMATION
Year 1 Modules
CH0404 Research Methods in Biomedical Sciences (CORE, 10 Credits)
CH0418 Laboratory Management (CORE, 10 Credits)
CH0589 Work-based Learning in Biomedical Sciences A (CORE, 20 Credits)
CH0591 Clinical Biochemistry A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0592 Clinical Biochemistry B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0593 Medical Microbiology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0594 Medical Microbiology B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0595 Haematology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0596 Haematology B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0597 Cellular Pathology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0598 Cellular Pathology B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0599 Applied Immunology and Molecular Genetics (OPTION, 10 Credits)
Year 2 Modules
CH0407 Project Preparation and Experimental Design (CORE, 10 Credits)
CH0590 Work-based Learning in Biomedical Sciences B (CORE, 20 Credits)
CH0591 Clinical Biochemistry A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0592 Clinical Biochemistry B (CORE, 20 Credits)
CH0593 Medical Microbiology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0594 Medical Microbiology B (CORE, 20 Credits)
CH0595 Haematology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0596 Haematology B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0597 Cellular Pathology A (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0598 Cellular Pathology B (OPTION, 20 Credits)
CH0599 Applied Immunology and Molecular Genetics (CORE, 10 Credits)
Year 3 Modules
CH0320 Project (CORE, 60 Credits)
Year 4 Modules
CH0320 Project (CORE, 60 Credits)
COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT
The assessment of the course comprises a mix of formal examinations, oral examinations and assignments.
ACCREDITATION
The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) allowing successful students to apply for Fellowship.
CAREERS
The MSc will give you the opportunity to advance in the profession. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to undertake the Higher Specialist Examination of the IBMS to become an Advanced Practitioner Biomedical Scientist.
OTHER INFO
Course Facilities
The course facilities include well-equipped teaching rooms and school-specific IT facilities. You will also have access to all the University facilities including the library.
Course Staff
Staff expertise covers all aspects of the course; practising biomedical scientists from hospital laboratories teach many topics in pathological sciences.