Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: MSc 1 year full-time
3 years part-time
Our MSc in Haematology and Transfusion Science offers an advanced understanding of blood science. We cover blood-related disorders and transfusion methods, with far-reaching applications beyond the lab.
The course combines theoretical knowledge from taught modules with laboratory techniques practised during your dissertation project, preparing you for a variety of research or clinical roles.
You’ll begin with a broad foundation in biomedical topics before diving into specialist modules, developing your understanding of haematology diagnostics and transfusion practice. This will strengthen your analytical skills and encourages a more holistic approach to diagnosis and treatment.
The course culminates in an independent research project, allowing you to explore areas that interest you most. Ranked 15th in the UK for the power of our health and biomedical research (REF 2021), you'll have direct access to world-leading expertise and research insights from experts based right here on campus.
This masters degree opens doors to careers in hospital labs, research, teaching, or management. Ultimately, you’ll leave with the advanced skills and specialist knowledge for a career with real-world impact.
You’ll need a UK honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in biological or biomedical science including the study of Haematology and Transfusion Science. 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, you’ll be eligible for exemption from some of the units on the course.
International students please see mmu.ac.uk/international
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
You'll study five core modules, including an in-depth, independent research project. This course can be taught full-time over one year, or part-time for three years. If taught full-time, all modules will be taken within one year.
Core modules
Research Methods and Ethics in Biomedical Sciences
Analytical and Research Techniques in Biomedical Science
Transfusion Pre-Compatibility Testing
Clinical Haematology
Haematological Malignancies
Antenatal Serology
Haemostasis and Haemostatic Disorders
Disorder Case Study
Project
Study and assessment
Study
Full-time 15% lectures, seminars or similar; 0% placement; 85% independent study
Part-time 15% lectures, seminars or similar; 0% placement; 85% independent study
Assessment
Full-time 80% coursework; 0% practical; 20% examination
Part-time 80% coursework; 0% practical; 20% examination
Ten credits equates to 100 hours of study, which is a combination of lectures, seminars and practical sessions, and independent study. A masters qualification typically comprises of 180 credits, a PGDip 120 credits, a PGCert 60 credits and an MFA 300 credits. The exact composition of your study time and assessments for the course will vary according to your option choices and style of learning.
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