Biomedical Science (Clinical Biochemistry)

Entry requirements

For this course, ideally, we are looking for these qualifications:

• a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in an appropriate subject.

If you have relevant qualifications or work experience, we may be able to count this towards your entry requirements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

All our teaching staff are working in research and many are pioneers in their own field. Our courses have a strong international reputation.

Our Centre for Investigative and Diagnostic Oncology has pioneered techniques for cancer diagnosis and treatment including our breakthrough in the development of a vaccine for bladder cancer. The Haematology department is active in research into blood cancers, HIV and AIDS.

Clinical biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of the human body and how it is affected by disease. It's a fascinating subject combining theory with practical skills to diagnose and treat everything from endocrine disorders to antenatal complications.

Whether you're working in a hospital laboratory or researching new treatments, you'll be doing vital, rewarding work which will improve and very often save lives.

Accreditations

This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS). This means that the curriculum meets professional standards, which will help prepare you to work in modern healthcare, the pharmaceutical and diagnostics industry, as well as various career pathways in the biomedical sciences.

What you will gain

If you're currently working in clinical biochemistry, this masters degree will help you progress to a more senior position. You could also pursue an academic career or study for a PHd.

We'll help you build strong practical laboratory and diagnostic skills using the university's specialist laboratories, virtual laboratory simulation, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometers and flow cytometers.

You'll apply these skills to roles within diagnostic laboratories in both the public and private health sectors, such as management, consultancy, lab supervision, and in local or international positions in hospitals, schools, and universities.

About your course

Your studies will focus on the following areas:

• the clinical disorders of the major organs and the bones, including malignancies as well as the clinical disorders associated with malnutrition, digestion, malabsorption and obesity
• the effects of pregnancy on physiology, biochemical and metabolic problems that can affect new-born babies, and maternal, antenatal and neonatal screening
• learning bioanalytical techniques, including biosensors and mass spectrometry.
• the ethical and legal issues which can surround specific types of research such as assisted reproduction and genetics, and human or animal research.

You will also gain a sound understanding of

• how to design and carry out experiments, statistical analyses as well as techniques for analysing samples and molecules
• managing a laboratory, including people management, business plans and budgets, safety regulations, and quality management
• established and emerging bioanalytical technologies and techniques, and how they are used to make diagnoses, and research methods.

Fees and funding