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Biomedical Science (Blood Science) at Keele University - UCAS

Keele University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Biomedical Science (Blood Science) (Taught)

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Open days

4Dec
Keele University - Postgraduate Open Event
Postgraduate

Course summary

Specialising in the field of blood science, you will study the crucial role that Pre-Analytical Processing, Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Coagulation, Immunology, Blood Transfusion, Point of Care Testing, and Phlebotomy have in healthcare. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), our MSc draws on the experiences of practicing health professionals to examine clinical and research applications within clinical biochemistry, immunology, haematology and transfusion science. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll develop advanced laboratory techniques, and core practical skills in areas such as project management, writing grant proposals and business plans. Why study this course?

  • Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) – the leading professional body for scientists, support staff and students in biomedical science
  • £45m investment in state-of-the-art science facilities with fluorescence microscopes, electron microscopes and tools for molecular biology
  • Teaching is consolidated to support workplace or personal commitments – you'll only spend two days a week at the University if you're studying full-time, or one day if you're part-time
  • Engage with world-class researchers and biomedical scientists with expertise in parasitology, bacteriology and virology
  • Opportunity for holders of the IBMS Specialist Diploma to enrol with accredited prior certified learning, gaining exemption from one of five modules
This IBMS-accredited MSc Biomedical Science (Blood Science) course focuses on the diagnostic, research and clinical techniques that use (predominantly) patient blood samples to successfully identify, treat and manage medical conditions. Building on existing, undergraduate knowledge in basic science, you’ll undertake higher level scientific training to develop the advanced laboratory and analytical skills needed in clinical or research contexts, fully aware of the potential implications for patients, health workers and research alike. Incorporating the study of clinical biochemistry, medical immunology, haematology and transfusion science, the emphasis on this MSc is to look at health and disease from a patient or population-oriented perspective and in support of evidence-based clinical decision-making. As well as real-life case studies covering thyroid function disorders, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, and malaria, for example, you’ll hear direct from practicing health professionals working in local NHS Trusts. This provides a unique opportunity not only to make valuable contacts for your future career, but also discuss UK public health trends, such as advances in screening and diagnostics, novel treatments and therapies. We pay particular attention to the development of core practical skills in areas such as critical thinking, innovation, communication, problem-solving and project management. Preparing you to take on more senior roles, you’ll become familiar with biomedical ethics, aware of how to fully integrate these issues, for example, when writing grant proposals and business plans. *About Keele
* Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

For information regarding modules for this course, please visit the course page on the Keele University website.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Biomedical Science, Institute of

Entry requirements

2:2 degree in a bioscience, medical, or pharmacology related subject or demonstrated professional or relevant qualifications or experience

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

Information relating to the tuition fees and funding options for this course can be viewed on the course page on the Keele University website: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/postgraduatestudy/postgraduatecourses/biomedicalsciencebloodscience/
Biomedical Science (Blood Science) at Keele University - UCAS