Overview

Work alongside leading researchers in their field and benefit from the well-established links with major national centres for research and the local NHS with the Biomedical Sciences (by research) degree delivered by the University of Birmingham .

Benefit from high-quality research training to conduct independent investigative research, collaborating closely with a dedicated supervisory team to refine your project and support your development. Your thesis will represent an original contribution to knowledge and demonstrate independent judgement.

Career opportunities

A PhD is the highest level of academic achievement available and vital for the continued professional development of scientists.

Completing a PhD at Birmingham will extend your knowledge base in your chosen subject, as well as enhancing your problem solving and analytical, communication and teaching, and leadership and management skills – all of which are valued across the academic and private sectors. It’ll also provide you with the opportunity to develop your network of peers, collaborators and colleagues to support your onward career.

Many of the postgraduate research students go onto roles such as Research fellow/postdoctoral researcher, medical writer, scientist/research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry, and clinical trial coordinator.

Employers include the NHS Trusts, Cancer Research UK, pharma and biotech companies (including AstraZeneca, Covance, Binding Site, Immunocore, Johnson and Johnson), Medical Communications agencies (e.g. Fishawack, Insight Medical Writing), the Armed Forces and the University of Birmingham.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The programme focusses on the understanding of fundamental disease pathophysiology, with translational research designed to identify and develop interventions and advances in clinical practice.

Research projects span an array of clinically relevant themes including autoimmunity, cardiovascular, ocular, intestinal and neurological disease.

Students work closely with outstanding scientific and clinical colleagues in a vibrant and dynamic research environment, with access to cutting edge biomedical research facilities.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Research degrees may start at any time of the year. Applications are accepted all year round and there is flexibility on the start date with the largest intakes normally in October and April.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science View 207 other Masters in Biomedical Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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88

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67

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6.5

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General requirements

2:1 honours degree in a subject relevant to the research area you applying to.

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29310 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5181 GBP / year

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Free

Additional Details

UK: £2,591 part-time

International: £14,665 part-time

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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