Masters Taught Courses in Biomedical Science

Why study at Sheffield?

Our outstanding research record means we attract academics of international standing. Subsequently, our MSc programmes are underpinned by the expertise of our current staff and associate research centres. This not only ensures that you will be trained in the latest concepts and techniques, but also by a team of world-class scientists based here at Sheffield.

A masters degree will give you a highly valued and specialised skill set at the forefront biomedical science. So whether you plan to further your career in industry, research, or just want to enhance your CV,  join us and you'll become a member of a department with a proven track record for teaching and research.

Top rated for teaching and research

In the Research Assessment Exercise for 2008, we achieved the highest possible 5 star rating. We are ranked third place in the UK for research in Biological Sciences. (Source: Times Higher Education). Our work in Life Sciences is ranked within the top 40 in the world.

All our teaching is drawn from our pioneering research. This includes breakthroughs in human stem cells for hearing repair, the generation of animal models for Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, muscular dystrophies, and their use for therapeutic studies. Our three research centres' focus on translating laboratory research to the clinical environment – the MRC Centre for Developmental and Biomedical Genetics, the Centre for Stem Cell Biology, and the Centre for Membrane Interactions and Dynamics.

Career and future prospects

Our graduates consistently find high-level employment in academia, industry or in a clinical-related field. A high calibre degree from Sheffield offers many international opportunities – from Europe, to China, India, Australasia and the USA. Further study proves very popular as over half of our MSc graduates go on to study a PhD. Some here at the department of Biomedical Science.

Course organisation and structure

For all courses, modules are undertaken to the value of 180 credits. Organised as follows:

Core Modules (120 Credits)

• Laboratory Project (60 credits)
• Literature Research (30 credits)
• Critical Analysis of Current Science (15 credits)
• Ethics, Law and Public Awareness of Science (15 credits)

Optional Modules (60 Credits)

• Choice of 2 practical modules (2x15 credits)
• Choice of two lecture modules (2x15 credits)

Courses begin late September and split into two equal semesters.

• You complete 90 credits of taught modules, including practicals and lectures.
• This is complemented by an extensive research project and a literature review worth 90 credits.

There will be a laboratory placement with one-to-one consultation and training to support your individual research project. Regular seminars from distinguished international experts help you to connect your studies to the latest developments.

Assessment: A mixture of formal examinations, coursework assignments, debates, poster presentations and dissertation.

Entry and Application

Entry requirements are a First class Honours Degree in a Biomedical Science or a related subject.

• Further information can be found on our Entry and Application section.

English language qualifications

If your first language is not English you will have to demonstrate your proficiency in English. Most applicants will require IELTS average grade 7.0 (with at least 6.0 in each component) or TOEFL internet-based test (IBT) overall score 110 with at least 24 in all components.

Applicants from India with X and XII grade 70% or above in English are exempt.

Deadline for Application

We take applications all year long. However, be advised, our course fill up quickly and visa applications for overseas students can take up to four months.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees are charged to cover registration, tuition, examination. This does not include accommodation, other living expenses or re-examination fees.

The following levels of tuition fees were set for the academic year 2013/2014

• Home/EU students (2013/14) £8,970.00
• Overseas (2013/14) £17,990.00

For further information, help and advice about funding and scholarships, please see our Fees and Funding section.

PhD with Integrated Studies

Students with access to appropriate funding may enrol in our PhD with Integrated Studies programme.

This unique course route incorporates one of our highly successful MSc courses as the first year. It then goes on to offer an opportunity to pursue a three year PhD in a Biomedical Science research laboratory.

Entry qualifications and fees are similar to the MSc programmes. Progression to the PhD study is contingent on students obtaining a Pass with Merit in the MSc at the end of their first year.

To enrol in this course, students must be funded at the outset for the entire four years of the programme.

• If you require further advice and information, please contact our BMS admissions team who will be happy to assist.

International Scholarships

For the 2014/15 academic year, we will offer two international scholarships worth £2,000 each to all international MSc students holding an offer. Further details to enroll in the scheme will be announced shortly.

• Scholarships are worth £2,000 per year each.
• You must hold an offer of a study place (conditional or unconditional) and have accepted this offer.
• You must begin your postgraduate studies in September 2014 in one of our MSc courses.
• You must be self-funded and classified as overseas for tuition fee purposes.
• The scholarships will take the form of a tuition fee reduction.
• The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of merit/academic achievement.

Contact Us

If you require further information, help or advice about our MSc taught courses, please contact the BMS admissions team:

Postgraduate Admissions Secretary
Department of Biomedical Science
Addison Building
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield
S10 2TN
United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)114 222 2319
FAX: +44 (0) 114 222 2787

Email: bmsadmissions@sheffield.ac.uk