Masters, PGDip and PGCert courses

We have a wide range of postgraduate courses, from translational biomedicine to public health, as well as clinical training programmes.

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Many of these courses accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. You find a full list of intercalation options on our intercalation webpages.

Medical science

These specialist courses focus on the science of human health and disease, and the research that underpins a wide range of treatments and interventions.

Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies MSc PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 1 year 2 years Full-time Part-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

Cancer Biology and Therapeutics MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Clinical Neurology MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Reproductive and Developmental Medicine MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Translational Neuroscience MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Clinical research

Clinicians can take these courses to develop their skills in research.

Clinical Research MSc PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 1 year 2 years 3 years Full-time Part-time

Our Clinical Research course prepares students with the skills to critically evaluate research and handle the practical and regulatory challenges of designing and conducting clinical and health research projects.

Health and Clinical Research Delivery MSc PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 2 years Part-time Distance learning
  • Accredited

This online, part-time course supports practising healthcare professionals aspiring to work in the clinical research delivery workforce. At the University of Sheffield, you'll learn from leading experts in the field, all while enjoying the flexibility to fit your studies around your professional commitments.

Clinical Neurology MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Healthcare economics, modelling and assessment

These courses cover the analytical tools that are used to predict and measure the impact and effectiveness of healthcare interventions.

Health Economics and Decision Modelling MSc PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 1 year 2 years 3 years Full-time Part-time

Develop the theoretical and analytical skills you need for a career in the growing field of health economics. Learn how to model, analyse and evaluate healthcare interventions so you can make informed public health decisions.

Human nutrition

Human Nutrition MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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 practice. We provide hands-on experience through lab work and place a focus on your professional development.

Medical education

Medical Education PG Certificate

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 1 year Part-time
  • Accredited

Become an exceptional educator. Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver high-quality teaching, and empower your students to meet modern healthcare challenges and provide effective care.

Physician Associate Studies

Physician Associate Studies MMedSci

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 2 years Full-time

Get the knowledge and skills to support doctors in all aspects of health care, in general practices or hospitals. We place the patient at the centre of care and help you develop your skills as a rounded clinician.

Public health

These courses allow students to develop a career in public health, and help people in the field build up their knowledge and skills.

Public Health MPH PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Public Health (Health Services Research) MPH PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 1 year 2 years Full-time Part-time
  • Accredited

Develop essential research and analytical skills for evaluating health services and public health interventions, laying a solid foundation for a PhD or an academic career in public health. At the University of Sheffield, a top research university, our APHEA-accredited program offers invaluable insights from leading experts in the field and a strong foundation for pursuing PhD-level studies.

Public Health (Management and Leadership) MPH PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Public Health (Online) MPH PG Certificate

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

Europubhealth: European Masters Programme in Public Health European Public Health Master

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 2 years Full-time
  • Accredited

This program is ideal for those looking to build the skills for a career in public health worldwide. You'll study core public health competencies, specialise at a partner university abroad and graduate with two masters degrees.

  • Funding available
  • Study abroad

Distance learning courses

These courses are taught online, so you can fit your studies around work and other commitments more easily.

Health and Clinical Research Delivery MSc PG Certificate PG Diploma

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 start
  • 2 years Part-time Distance learning
  • Accredited

This online, part-time course supports practising healthcare professionals aspiring to work in the clinical research delivery workforce. At the University of Sheffield, you'll learn from leading experts in the field, all while enjoying the flexibility to fit your studies around your professional commitments.

Public Health (Online) MPH PG Certificate

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2025 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.

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International postgraduate taught scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international postgraduate taught students, including scholarships worth £10,000 towards the original tuition fee.

Applications are open for existing offer holders for a postgraduate taught programme starting in September 2025.

International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship 2025