Program Overview

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Overview

The MSc Clinical Sciences is a postgraduate degree that offers specialist pathways in medical physics and physiological sciences. This accredited course is available to the healthcare science workforce and through competitive national recruitment. It combines academic and workplace learning, using facilities from Newcastle University and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

What You'll Learn

You'll learn through compulsory modules based on your chosen specialism. The course covers various areas, including:

• Medical Physics: radiotherapy physics, nuclear medicine, radiation safety and diagnostic radiology, and imaging with non-ionising radiation
• Physiological Sciences: cardiac science, vascular science, gastrointestinal physiology, and respiratory and sleep science

Modules

The course includes a range of modules, such as:

• Introduction to Cardiac Science
• Introduction to Respiratory and Sleep Science
• Introduction to Vascular Science
• Diagnostic Approaches and Management Strategies in Cardiac Science
• Introduction to Electrocardiography
• Research Skills for Health Care Professionals (E-learning)
• Research Project 1: Identifying and Planning a Project
• Research Project 2: Conducting and Reporting a Project
• Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science

How You'll Learn

This master's degree will combine academic and workplace learning. Structured residential teaching blocks and online study will make up part of the delivery. You'll be assessed through a combination of:

• Dissertation
• Essay
• Oral examination
• PC examination
• Practical lab report
• Poster
• Portfolio
• Reflective log
• Research proposal
• Written examination
• Written exercise

Student Support

Throughout your studies, you'll have access to support from:

• Academic staff
• Personal tutors and research supervisors
• The University Student Services Team
• Student representatives
• Peers

Quality and Ranking

• 42% of the university's research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
• 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
• Global Top 140 University – QS World University Rankings 2026
• Global Top 160 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
• Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

This course is accredited by the National School for Healthcare Science Accreditation Unit.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for 2026 entry (per year) vary depending on the qualification and student status. Please contact the university for the most up-to-date information.

Scholarships

The university supports EU and international students by providing a generous range of Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.

Entry Requirements

The entrance requirements for 2026 entry include:

• Academic entry requirements: There are two routes to study the courses, both through the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS)
• Qualifications from outside the UK: The university accepts a range of international qualifications
• English Language requirements: IELTS, Pearson, Duolingo English Test, TOEFL, or other pre-sessional entry requirements

Admissions Policy

The university's admissions policy applies to all undergraduate and postgraduate admissions.

How to Apply

To study on these courses, you will need to apply through the National School of Healthcare Science. The site includes frequently asked questions about application and eligibility.

Programme Codes

The programme codes for the different qualifications are:

• MSc (Radiotherapy Physics) Part time: 5249P
• MSc (Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology) Part time: 5250P
• MSc (Nuclear Medicine) Part time: 5251P
• MSc (Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation) Part time: 5252P
• MSc (Cardiac Science) Part time: 5253P
• MSc (Vascular Science) Part time: 5254P
• MSc (Respiratory and Sleep Science) Part time: 5255P
• MSc (Gastrointestinal Physiology) Part time: 5256P

Open Days and Events

The university regularly hosts open days and events, both in person and virtually. You can find out more about these events on the university's website.

Get in Touch

If you have specific questions about this course, you can contact the Faculty of Medical Sciences or complete the university's online enquiry form.