Course summary

Whether you are changing careers, pursuing an interest in biomedical research, or strengthening your subject knowledge and language skills, our Graduate Diploma in Biomedical Science prepares you for postgraduate study. Through a year of tailored, pre-master’s study and with access to state-of-the-art facilities, you will gain the skills needed to succeed at MSc level. On achieving an overall mean of at least 50%, you can progress directly on to our IBMS-accredited MSc Biomedical Science (Blood Science, Medical Microbiology, or Online programme). Why study this course?

• Prepare to succeed at postgraduate study – bridge skills gaps, boost your confidence and develop core academic skills in research, analysis, critical thinking, writing and presentation.

• Guaranteed progression on successful completion to MSc (Blood Science/Medical Microbiology), accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science

• £45m investment in state-of-the-art science facilities which feature fluorescence microscopes, electron microscopes and tools for molecular biology.

• Keele has long-established expertise in infectious diseases and conducts research in collaboration worldwide networks including ECLIPSE and Target Malaria.

• Engage with world-class researchers and biomedical scientists with expertise in parasitology, bacteriology and virology.