MSc in Biomedical Science (Haematology/Medical Microbiology)
Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 9,860 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* there is no application deadline for postgraduate courses
** home full-time: £9,860 | international full-time: £15,800
Key Summary
Why choose this course?
This course, accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, provides an in-depth understanding of disease processes and diagnostic techniques. It links academic knowledge to the practical applications of biomedical science, particularly in relation to modern diagnostic methods. You can choose to study one of two pathways – haematology or medical microbiology. Taught by researchers and expert practitioners, the course content is kept up to date through extensive links with leading healthcare and research laboratories such as GlaxoSmithKline, the Institute of Cancer Research and local hospitals. In addition, key features of the course include the following.
- Skills to enhance employability are embedded within the curriculum to maximise job opportunities in a wide variety of biomedical science careers, including hospital and commercial laboratories, research, teaching and sales.
- Teaching on the course is research-led and research-informed to ensure that all students are aware of the latest developments in biomedical science.
- Research projects can be carried out within one of our research groups or as part of an industrial placement.
Reasons to choose Kingston University
- This course is relevant to both professional biomedical and research careers. It offers an in-depth understanding of disease processes and diagnostic techniques.
- The University has extensive links with leading healthcare and research laboratories such as GlaxoSmithKline, the Institute of Cancer Research and local hospitals.
- Flexible timetables and part-time options can help you fit your studies around other commitments.
Accreditation
This course is accredited for 2022 entry by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS); we are currently renewing our accreditation for 2023 entry. Graduates can apply to the IBMS for consideration for admission as Members of the Institute.
What this course offers you
- The Biomedical Science course is designed for graduates who want to acquire an in-depth understanding of disease processes.
- It is ideal for both professional biomedical and research careers.
- You can tailor the course to your own interests by choosing from two different pathways, one focusing on haematology and the other on medical microbiology.
- The research project gives you the chance to further specialise. You study an area of interest, either in industry or research, in greater depth and gain valuable research skills. Our students often find this an excellent selling point when looking for a job or promotion.
- The taught modules aim to prepare you for future careers. Alongside your academic studies, you gain experience in a range of skills, including problem-solving, communication, time management, cooperation and teamwork.
- Lectures from practising biomedical scientists and visits to specialist labs further enhance your understanding of the working environment.
- We offer flexible timetables and part-time options to help you fit your studies around other commitments.
- The course is also offered as a two-year programme with an integrated work placement that takes place between the taught component of the course and the research project.
What you will study
Practising expert biomedical scientists are an integral part of the teaching team and ensure that the programme content reflects current practice. Academic staff at the University provide the opportunity for involvement in internationally recognised research.
The programme comprises four taught modules (two core, two specialist), plus an extended research project where students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop competencies in advanced laboratory techniques.
Core modules will familiarise you with the theoretical and practical aspects of molecular medicine used in research and hospital laboratories, the molecular basis of immunological mechanisms, cellular mechanisms of disease, physiological manifestations and implications to public health. You will learn about the principles and practices of laboratory management in biomedical science, and you will acquire the skills required for researching and communicating in biomedical science. You will also study modules in your elected specialist route (Haematology or Medical Microbiology). In addition to subject-specific knowledge, the course aims to develop your communication and other skills.
In addition to the standard 12-month programme, we also offer the course as a two-year postgraduate programme with an optional integrated work placement component. This option is available for both international and full-time home/EU students of this course.
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module the first time with no reassessments. It is the responsibility of individual students to find a suitable paid placement. Students will be supported by our dedicated placement team in securing this opportunity.
Core modules
- Research Techniques and Scientific Communication
- Immunology and the Biology of Disease
- Research Project
Haematology modules
- Anaemia, Haemostasis and Blood Transfusion
- Haematological Malignancy
Medical Microbiology modules
- Taxonomy of Microorganisms and Diagnosis of Infectious Disease
- Microbial Pathogenesis and Control of Infectious Disease
Optional placement year
- Professional Placement
Please note
Optional modules only run if there is enough demand. If we have an insufficient number of students interested in an optional module, that module will not be offered for this course.
After you graduate
Examples of recent graduate destinations include:
- biomedical scientist at Kingston Hospital, Kingston;
- biomedical scientist at St George's Hospital, London;
- trainee biomedical scientist at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital, London; and
- trainee biomedical scientist at St George's Hospital, London.
Careers and recruitment advice
The Faculty has a specialist employability team. It provides friendly and high-quality careers and recruitment guidance, including advice and sessions on job-seeking skills such as CV preparation, application forms and interview techniques. Specific advice is also available for international students about the UK job market and employers' expectations and requirements.
The team runs employer events throughout the year, including job fairs, key speakers from the industry and interviews on campus. These events give you the opportunity to hear from, and network with, employers in an informal setting.