MSc Advanced Biomedical Science
- Professional Experience option available
Introduction
Studying Advanced Biomedical Science at ARU
Unlock the future of healthcare through advanced biomedical research and diagnostics with our MSc Advanced Biomedical Science.
Already have an ARU degree? You may be eligible for our Alumni Scholarship for students starting postgraduate courses.
Why Advanced Biomedical Science at ARU?
- Study in Cambridge, a world-renowned centre for life sciences research and development.
- Get hands-on in our £45m Science Centre, working in tissue culture and molecular labs and using world-class equipment that mirrors real healthcare environments.
- Learn directly from internationally renowned biomedical scientists driving ground-breaking research.
- Gain the critical skills to design, execute and analyse complex biomedical research projects.
Gain advanced knowledge of disease processes, medical applications, and diagnostic techniques. Throughout this course, you’ll conduct cutting-edge research alongside passionate experts in our state-of-the-art lab Science Centre and develop the skills to design, execute, and critically analyse scientific projects independently and collaboratively.
You’ll benefit from strong industry links within the Cambridge life sciences network and graduate ready to contribute confidently to modern biomedical research and healthcare diagnostics.
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Key facts
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Fees and Paying for University
Facilities
Specialist facilities
Here at ARU you'll have access to our cutting-edge Science Centre, which features:
- four floors of labs and teaching space as well as facilities
- specialist tissue culture and microbiology laboratories
- a modern, 300-seat lecture theatre.
Outstanding student support
Join our postgraduate student community and:
- benefit from award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
- learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
- receive full support from our Employability Service, while you're studying with us and after you graduate
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.
Lecturers
Havovi Chichger
Professor in Biomedical Science
Christopher O'Kane
Deputy Head of School
Careers
The MSc in Advanced Biomedical Science will equip you with the specialist lab skills in molecular genetics and bioinformatics to prepare you for original research during the course and beyond.
You’ll also build key transferable skills like critical thinking, scientific writing, teamwork, and presenting that will boost your employability across science, product development, marketing and more.
Upon graduation, you’ll be well-prepared for a range of specialist and multidisciplinary careers across healthcare, research and industry. Opportunities include roles such as biomedical scientist, research scientist, clinical trials coordinator and healthcare analyst.
You could also move into areas like medical communications, product development, or regulatory affairs in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries.
You’ll benefit from guest speakers from public and private bioscience sectors' real-world career insights, helping you explore diverse opportunities in the field
Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You could choose to continue your academic career with a research programme at ARU, such as our MPhil/PhD Biomedical Science. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.
While you’re studying here and after you graduate, you can access support through our dedicated Employability Service.
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