Program Overview

Biomedical and Clinical Research (MSc)

Overview

The MSc in Biomedical and Clinical Research is a research-intensive programme designed for students seeking to excel in academic research, clinical translation, clinical trials, and the life sciences industry. This programme provides rigorous training in advanced research methodologies, critical analysis, and innovative thinking – equipping graduates to tackle the most pressing biomedical and clinical challenges of the 21st century.

Who is the programme for?

The MSc in Biomedical and Clinical Research is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in Biomedical Science or Healthcare Science related fields. Students will undertake 2 core taught modules, Core Research Skills and Clinical Translation (20 CATS each; total 40 CATS). Then, depending on their field of interest, students have a choice of optional modules on offer that include Advanced Research Skills (20 CATS), Clinical Trials (20 CATS), Statistics in Public Health and Medical Research (10 CATS) and Health and Biomedical informatics and the Exposome (10 CATS).

About the MSc programme

In this programme, students will undergo theoretical (didactic) and practical (project-based) training in biomedical and clinical research with an emphasis on clinical translation. One of the programme's objectives is to learn the research journey that spans between pathophysiology of the disease and translating that knowledge to develop novel diagnostic or therapeutic strategies to improve health.

Modules

• SCM8145 Core Research Skills – CORE module, 20 CATS
• SCM8181 Clinical Translation – CORE module, 20 CATS
• SCM8180 Advanced Research Skills – OPTIONAL module, 20 CATS
• SCM8167 Statistics in Public Health and Medical Research – OPTIONAL module, 10 CATS
• SCM8148 Health and Biomedical informatics and the exposome – OPTIONAL module, 10 CATS
• SCM8188 Delivering Clinical Trials – from protocol to patient – OPTIONAL module, 20 CATS
• SCM8146 Research Project – CORE module, 60 CATS
• SCM8147 Dissertation – CORE module, 60 CATS

Entrance requirements

• Normally a minimum of a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a biological sciences-related subject.
• Evidence of equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered on an individual basis.
• Intercalating Medical and Dental Applicants: i) QUB: i) QUB 3rd year students – must pass all 3rd year modules at first attempt achieving an overall profile of 2.2 equivalent *. ii) QUB 4th year students – must pass all 3rd year modules at first attempt achieving an overall profile of 2.2 equivalent * and also pass all 4th year modules at first attempt. iii) have permission to intercalate from either the Director of Medical Education or Dentistry as appropriate.

International Students

• An IELTS Academic test score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four elements or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University (taken within the last 2 years).

Tuition Fees

• Northern Ireland (NI) 1 | £9,995
• Republic of Ireland (ROI) 2 | £9,995
• England, Scotland or Wales (GB) 1 | £9,995
• EU Other 3 | £25,800
• International | £25,800

Additional course costs

• Students have the option to hire a locker, at a cost of £5 per student, per year.

Career Prospects

• The programme is designed for students wishing to pursue a career in biomedical and clinical research, whether it is in academia, clinical practice, industry or government.
• The programme will also provide an excellent platform for progression to PhD programmes either in Queen’s or worldwide.

Prizes and Awards

• The top ranked candidate in the year will receive a Book Prize and Certificate of Merit.

Graduate Plus/Future Ready Award for extra-curricular skills

• In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills.
• For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more.
• So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised from a world leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall.
• We call this Graduate Plus/Future Ready Award.
• It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.

How to Apply

• Apply using our online Queen's Portal and follow the step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

Terms and Conditions

• The terms and conditions that apply when you accept an offer of a place at the University on a taught programme of study.
• Queen's University Belfast Terms and Conditions.