Course summary
Join the fight against major human diseases with our MSc Cellular Pathology degree. This masters course offers advanced insight into cellular pathology for both research and clinical careers. You'll study a range of disorders, refine analytical techniques, and deepen your knowledge of histopathology. This course is ideal for human biology and biomedical science graduates looking to specialise in disease-focused science. It will prepare you to play a key role in improving patient outcomes by accurately diagnosing diseases and informing treatment decisions. A key highlight is the independent research project, where you’ll investigate a pathology of your choice. Supported by expert staff and using specialist laboratory facilities, you’ll gain hands-on experience and professional-level research skills. As 15th in the UK for the power of our health and biomedical research (REF 2021), you'll draw on the real-world insights of an expert teaching team who is driving progress at the cutting edge of the field. Features and Benefits
- Gain a methodical approach to tackling disorders: Improve your versatility, and therefore your employability, by building a framework to apply in a variety of clinical or research settings.
- Connect with industry to boost your career: Our strong professional network of hospitals and healthcare providers could help you source real-world research projects or work opportunities.
- Study in cutting-edge facilities: Hone your professional lab skills thanks to our recent £115m investment into facilities and equipment.
- Learn alongside world-leading researchers: Our scientists have contributed to vital advances in diagnosis and care, inspiring you to think big and drive a positive impact in the field.
- Gain hands-on experience: You’ll gain valuable skills in scientific methodology, critical analysis and data interpretation to enhance your career prospects.
- We hold a bronze Athena SWAN award: Celebrated for our commitment to equality, you'll study in a fairer, more supportive learning environment.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Biomedical Science, Institute of
How to apply
International applicants
International students please see: mmu.ac.uk/international.
Entry requirements
You’ll need a UK honours degree – normally a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in biological or biomedical science, including the study of Cellular Pathology. We might also consider your application if you a have an equivalent professional qualification or substantial relevant professional experience, or if you have an HNC medical laboratory science plus at least 10 years’ experience. If you are a fellow of The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), you may be eligible for exemption from some of the units on the course.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For further information: hhttps://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate
Provider information
Manchester Metropolitan University
All Saints Building
All Saints
Manchester
M15 6BH