Study Details: 2-3 years part-time
As an NHS scientist, you're already contributing to the common good – making a positive impact through meaningful work. Now you're ready for the next step: you're ready to lead.
Designed for working scientists, the MSc Biomedical Science is the only one of its kind in the city of Glasgow. This part-time course enables biomedical scientists currently employed in NHS pathology service labs to attain greater expertise and advance to the next stage of their careers.
GCU's MSc Biomedical Science is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). With part-time study, the course takes two to three years to complete.
Through this course, hospital laboratory employees can progress through Agenda for Change bandings and fulfil the required qualifications to become a Chartered Scientist (CSci).
The curriculum uses an integrated systems approach to study disease. You'll build a strong foundation through broad inquiry:
You'll also undertake an extensive hands-on research project, gaining practical experience and enhancing your expertise. This project should be chosen with input from your employer to support your career goals.
In GCU's MSc Biomedical Science, you'll find a welcoming community of colleagues and classmates, your fellow NHS scientists – all working together to find new ways to excel and change the world for the better.
All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.
International students can get information on entry requirements specific to their country in our International Study section.
Academic requirement
UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in biomedical science or applied biomedical science, honours degree 2:2 or above in a biological science subject and additional study as determined on application to the Registration Unit of the IBMS, or professional qualification of equivalent status.
Applicants should be currently employed as a biomedical scientist in an NHS pathology service laboratory and applicants desiring to undertake the Specialist Portfolio module should hold IBMS membership.
English language requirement
IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5.
Additional information
English language
If you are from a majority English speaking country, you may not be required to provide further proof of your English language proficiency. Full details of the English language tests we accept are available on this page.
Relevant experience (RPL)
GCU's flexible entry policies exist to allow relevant work experience and prior learning to be considered towards standard entry or advanced entry into a course.
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This career-focused course helps working scientists advance to a leadership level. You'll learn about the latest developments in the field, explore cutting-edge findings and their implications for the future and gain hands-on skills in quality and laboratory management.
The course's real-world relevant curriculum means graduates are fully prepared for success as top-level leaders. Our alumni bring a global outlook – and a focus on the Common Good – to make meaningful change wherever they go.
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