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Master of Science - MSci

Biomedical Science

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Biomedical Science course at University of Staffordshire.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

B,B,B

Applicants must obtain at least a C in Biology. Other combinations that meet the required tariff will be accepted.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£9,535 per year
International£17,085 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C900

Here's what University of Staffordshire says about its Biomedical Science course.

Our top-rated Biomedical Science degree will also equip you with the knowledge and practical skills for a variety of other exciting and rewarding careers.

It could take you into research and development, the life sciences industry, technical sales, medical writing or education, or become a springboard into graduate medicine and other specialist fields.

From day one on the course, you’ll be treated as a University scientist and not just a student. You’ll be part of our active research community and will work with experts on live projects.

Our academics will be there to support you every step of the way and nurture your passion for science.

We focus on applied learning, with real-world challenges and plenty of opportunities to put your skills into action. You could be investigating a new technology, analysing cancer cells or scouring data to find crucial evidence.

Modules cover everything from genetics to diagnostic pathology, current advances and bioethics. You will also undertake an in-depth research project.

We offer guaranteed work placements and you can choose to complete these with a wide variety of employers locally, nationally or abroad.

Our Biomedical Science courses are accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science. This means our graduates meet the educational standards required when registering as a biomedical scientist.

Your skills will be highly sought after by employers.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MSci Biomedical Science

Source: University of Staffordshire

Course details

Qualification

Master of Science - MSci

Department

Health, Education, Policing and Sciences

Location

University of Staffordshire (Stoke Campus) | Stoke-on-Trent

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Biomedical sciences

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

Year 1 Core: Practical Skills for Life Scientists; Developing Research and Professional Identity; Molecular and Cellular Biology; Genetics and Diversity; Disease, Health and Environment Year 2 Core: Applied Scientific Practice; Global Issues and Professional Development; Health and Disease (Development and Detection); Interventions and Disease Management Year 3 Core: Life Science Research Project; Current Advances and Bioethics; Diagnostic Pathology Year 3 Optional: Genomics and Bioinformatics; Molecular Pharmacology; Toxicology; Applied Parasitology and Medical Entomology; Microbial Genomes and Pathogenesis; Integrated Biology of Disease; The Brain; Managing the Natural World; Conservation Biology; Medical Immunology and Immunotherapy; Cancer Biology and Regenerative Medicine Year 4 Core: Advanced Research Methods and Biological Techniques; Specialist Topics in Life Sciences Year 4 Optional: MSci Life Sciences Placement; Biological Research Assistantship

University of Staffordshire reviews

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Based on 50 reviews from University of Staffordshire's students and alumni
5 star
48%
4 star
18%
3 star
20%
2 star
12%
1 star
2%
All reviews

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2nd year student

Good facilities.rnHave not used enough to comment.

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2nd year student

LRV have raves and nights out, but I have not attended any. rnNot much to do in the general area.rn

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1 year ago

2nd year student

Expensive shops and food

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1 year ago

2nd year student

Support academically is little to none.rnWelfare support is poor

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2nd year student

Science centre is good with great laboratories.rnCatalyst building looks new, but catering let's it down significantly.rnSome buildings have rooms with no windows or air conditioning, which is not a nice room to have lectures in.rnOverall, decent campusrn

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1 year ago

2nd year student

I feel that I am not being taught the content efficiently.rnThe course feels incomplete and inconsistency with the teaching methods and that no effort it being made to support struggling students.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Staffordshire students who took the Biomedical Science course - or another course in the same subject area.

Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

90%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

97%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

88%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

92%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

97%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

93%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

90%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

90%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

68%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

95%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

95%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

78%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

67%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

78%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

77%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

92%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

67%

low

How well organised is your course?

70%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

91%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

86%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

84%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

66%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

81%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

78%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

73%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

91%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

61%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Staffordshire. These students are taking Biomedical Science or another course from the same subject area.

Biomedical sciences
Mode of study
Full-time35%Part-time65%
Gender ratio
Female66%Male34%
Where students come from
International3%UK97%
Student performance
2:1 or above84%
Number of students340
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
BiologyD
ChemistryE
PsychologyB
MathematicsB
PhysicsD
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Staffordshire graduates who took Biomedical Science - or another course in the same subject area.

Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

Graduate statistics

75%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

75%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

60%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

10%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Elementary occupations

5%

Caring personal services

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Staffordshire graduates who took Biomedical Science - or another course in the same subject area.

Medical sciences

Earnings

£24.8k

First year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Biomedical Science.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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