Program Overview

Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies MSc

The Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies MSc is a postgraduate program offered by the School of Medicine and Population Health, Faculty of Health, at the University of Sheffield. This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and training in a cutting-edge area of science, which can be applied to a wide range of roles in a growing industry.

Course Description

This course is under review for 2026 entry. The program is designed to give students knowledge and training in a cutting-edge area of science, which can be applied to a wide range of roles in a growing industry. Students can study the genetics behind rare inherited diseases and how cell and gene therapies provide treatment options that can be tailored to individual patients.

Lead Academics

• Professor Mimoun Azzouz
• Professor Janine Kirby

Modules

A selection of modules is available each year, including:

• Introduction to Human Inherited Diseases (15 credits)
• Omics Techniques (15 credits)
• Principles of Gene and Cell Therapies (15 credits)
• Beyond Cell and Gene Therapy (15 credits)
• Clinical development in gene & cell therapeutics (30 credits)
• Formulating a Scientific Research Proposal (15 credits)
• Research Project (75 credits)

Duration and Attendance

• Duration: 1 year full-time
• Attendance: Full-time

Teaching

Students will learn through lectures by academics and industry experts, seminars, tutorials, student-led group work, practical sessions, and research placements in clinical, regulatory, and industry settings.

Assessment

Students will be assessed through written assignments, coursework, short answer exams, posters, presentations, and blogs. The research project is assessed by a dissertation and presentation.

Career Prospects

Cell and gene therapies are a growing field, and there is a high demand for graduates with the specialist knowledge and skills this course provides. Potential employers include universities and research institutes, organizations in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, and government bodies that regulate medical products.

Student Profiles

The bursary has helped students to study and focus on their work without having to worry about their finances. The course has provided a strong foundation for careers by reinforcing core principles in advanced therapies.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject
• Subject requirements: Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Science, Medicine, Neuroscience, Psychology
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent

Fees and Funding

• Home (2026 annual fee): £12,875
• Overseas (2026 annual fee): £34,340
• Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies bursaries are available for students planning to study this program.
• £3,000 scholarships for international students
• Save up to £2,500 on course fees for Sheffield graduates

More Information

The School of Medicine and Population Health offers this program. The University of Sheffield is a world top-100 university with a strong reputation for research and teaching. The program is based within the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), an internationally recognized center of excellence.