Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Explore the biological basis of health and disease.
- Develop laboratory, data and research skills.
- Evaluate biomedical evidence and diagnostic approaches.
York St John University · York
MSc Biomedical Sciences
An intensive one-year York-campus course taught over 2–3 days a week, covering genomics, pharmacology, immunology and pathology with a focus on cancer biology. It suits life-science graduates heading for laboratory or research careers.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Biomedical scientist subject to registration requirements
- Laboratory scientist
- Clinical research assistant
- Biotechnology professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 honours degree in a closely related subject
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 4-year Special/Professional Bachelor's with 3.0/4.0 (or 55% from a UGC university), or a 3-year General degree with 60% or 3.0/4.0. Some courses need a related subject.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no component below 5.5 (PG health courses 7.0 with no component below 6.5)
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to York St John University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on yorksj.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with York St John University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.