Masters courses in life sciences: A-Z

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Work with scientists and industry to study the genetics behind rare inherited diseases. Learn how discoveries in the lab are translated into innovative new stem cell and gene therapy treatments that offer precision and personalised medicine.

• Funding available

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Develop your knowledge about major conservation issues and their human and environmental drivers across a range of ecosystems. Gain the skills you’ll need to understand how we can balance human needs with efforts to address the biodiversity and climate crisis.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time
• Accredited

Develop expertise in biological engineering and biomanufacturing, including engineering biology and process design. You'll gain technical, analytical and research skills to innovate in emerging areas of biotechnology relevant to the bioindustry.

• Funding available

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Gain expertise in areas such as biomaterials, human biomechanics and medical imaging, learning from leading experts. Tailor your learning to your interests with elective modules and prepare for a career in biomedical engineering through close collaboration with clinicians and the med-tech sector.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Tailor your MSc training by choosing a specialist pathway in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, or Cell Biology and Drug Development, ready to make a difference across biomedicine in academia, healthcare or industry.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year 2 years Full-time Part-time

The programme provides research-led teaching in fundamental cancer biology, clinical oncology and the latest advances in modern therapeutics including immunotherapy and precision medicine. In addition, the six-month full-time research project is excellent preparation for a PhD and a career in healthcare or the pharmaceutical industry.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Understand neurological disease and how clinical research breakthroughs are translated into treatments. You’ll attend NHS clinics to learn from patients and clinicians.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Train in the core aspects of contemporary neuroscience, from sensation and sensory processing, to understanding complex brain functions and artificial intelligence with opportunities to conduct independent research.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Learn how to collect and interpret neuroimaging data to draw conclusions from healthy and unhealthy brains. All whilst developing skills in cognitive neuroscience, neurophysiological data collection and analysis techniques.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Learn how to meet the pharmaceutical industry’s increasing demands for drugs that can treat illnesses safely and effectively, overcome antibiotic resistance and be produced at a lower financial and environmental cost.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time
• Accredited

This course equips you with the advanced skills and knowledge to excel in the environment and energy sectors. Taught by leading experts, you can tailor your learning to your interests and gain the expertise sought by industry and research employers.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Explore human genetics and develop an understanding of how human genetic diseases are diagnosed clinically at the chromosome and DNA levels.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time
• Accredited

Uncover the powerful links between diet, health, and disease, and explore advances in nutrition, sustainability, public health and clinical nutrition. We provide hands-on experience through lab work and public engagement activities and place a focus on getting you career-ready.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Gain in-depth knowledge and specialist molecular skills through extensive practical laboratory training, ready for a career in the biotechnology sector.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time
• Accredited

Gain hands-on experience with an industrial-scale continuous powder processing plant and learn from industry experts. Develop skills in solid dosage manufacturing, process design, and pharma innovation, preparing you for a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year 2 years Full-time Part-time
• Accredited

Develop essential research, evaluation, and analytical skills for leading public health initiatives in the UK and globally. Our APHEA-accredited program helps to prepare you for professional roles in public health and offers a strong foundation for pursuing PhD-level studies.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year 2 years Full-time Part-time
• Accredited

Healthcare systems around the world are under immense strain due to a huge range of issues including climate change, workforce shortages, conflicts, pandemics, and much more. It has never been more important than now to understand how to effectively lead healthcare and public health organisations, to ensure resilience, and maintain operations to meet the rising demand.

• September 2026 start
• 2 years Part-time Distance learning Online learning
• Accredited

Develop your research, evaluation, and analytical skills to understand the social determinants of health with our online course. Accredited by the Agency for Public Health Education Accreditation (APHEA), this program offers a flexible approach to advancing your expertise in public health.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Explore the science behind reproductive and developmental processes and their clinical applications. Develop specialist knowledge as a scientist or clinician, or prepare for further training in IVF or embryology.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Science can change the world - but only if people understand it. Taught by experts across science and journalism, we’ll train you to use key media technology to effectively communicate science to (and for) the public, the media, business and beyond.

• September 2026 start
• 1 year Full-time

Designed for students interested in gaining the practical, lab-based skills necessary to understand neurological diseases at the molecular and cellular level and how to apply this knowledge to benefit patients.