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MSc Biomedical Science (Blood Science)
An IBMS-accredited masters on diagnostic and clinical techniques using blood samples, including clinical biochemistry, haematology, immunology and transfusion science. Suits bioscience or related graduates aiming for laboratory careers.
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A clearer look at MSc Biomedical Science (Blood Science)
An IBMS-accredited masters on diagnostic and clinical techniques using blood samples, including clinical biochemistry, haematology, immunology and transfusion science. Suits bioscience or related graduates aiming for laboratory careers.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems, laboratory investigation and scientific evidence, research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems
- Laboratory investigation and scientific evidence
- Research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience
- Explore the biological basis of health and disease.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Laboratory practice
- Scientific data analysis
- Research-method evaluation
- Technical reporting
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Practical, laboratory, studio, simulation or supervised activities where appropriate to the discipline.
- Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy laboratory science and want to investigate living systems, health, disease or biotechnology through evidence. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Laboratory scientist
- Biomedical or biotechnology professional
- Clinical research assistant
- Life-science analyst
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
6 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01Scientific Leadership and InnovationModule LSC-40123
- 02Clinical Biochemistry and ImmunologyModule LSC-40051
- 03Advanced Research SkillsModule LSC-40127
- 04Haematology and Transfusion ScienceModule LSC-40053
- 05Research Project*Module LSC-40131
- 06Advanced Laboratory Techniques.Module LSC-40033
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Sri Lanka: 55% in a Special Bachelor's degree in a bioscience, medical or pharmacology-related subject, or relevant professional experience
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Special Bachelor's degree with Lower Second (55%+) for 2:2-equivalent courses or Upper Second (60%+) for 2:1-equivalent courses.
- English (IELTS)
- Ask us — alternatives to IELTS may be accepted.
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan O Level English grade A/Distinction accepted for undergraduate entry; IELTS waived for PG applicants who completed a UK-awarded postgraduate degree in Sri Lanka within 2 years (or UK-awarded undergraduate degree within 5 years).
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