MSc Medical Science by Research
Build the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a research-focused career in academic medicine.
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Course overview
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The MSc Medical Science by Research is a one-year research programme designed for graduates and medical or dental students who wish to develop advanced research skills and gain first-hand experience of conducting high-quality medical sciences research.
This programme provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers and clinical academics while developing the knowledge, practical skills, and critical thinking required for careers in academic medicine, biomedical research, healthcare innovation, and postgraduate study.
Students can tailor their studies to their interests by undertaking a substantial research project within one of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences’ areas of expertise. Throughout the programme, you will gain an understanding of contemporary medical sciences research, including study design, data analysis, scientific communication, and the legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks that underpin research practice.
A key feature of the MSc is the extended supervised research project, which enables you to contribute to hypothesis-driven research under the guidance of subject specialists. This immersive experience provides valuable preparation for careers in research, clinical academia, industry, or doctoral study.
The programme is available both as a standalone MSc qualification and as an intercalated degree for eligible medical and dental students.
In addition to academic supervision, students benefit from dedicated pastoral support throughout their studies.
Entry Requirements
Standalone MSc Applicants
Applicants should normally hold a UK Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1 classification in a subject related to medicine, biomedical sciences, health sciences, dentistry, or a closely allied discipline.
Applications from candidates with alternative qualifications or relevant professional experience may also be considered on an individual basis.
Intercalating Medical and Dental Students
Applicants will normally be performing within the upper 60% of their current cohort and should have no failed assessments within the preceding two years of study. However, applications are considered individually so please contact us to discuss further.
English levels
If English is not your first language, please check our postgraduate English language requirements. If your English levels do not meet our minimum requirements, you may be interested in applying for our Pre-sessional English Language Foundation Programmes.
Our Admissions Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Contact them on +44 (0)1280 820227 FMHS-admissions@buckingham.ac.uk or via our online form.
For more information about the course please get in touch with Professor Joanne Selway, by email: joanne.selway@buckingham.ac.uk
Student Contract for prospective students
When you are offered a place at the University you will be notified of the student contract between the University and students on our courses of study. When you accept an offer of a place on the course at the University a legal contract is formed between you and the University on the basis of the student contract in your offer letter. Your offer letter and the student contract contain important information which you should read carefully before accepting an offer.
Course fees
The fees for this course are:
| Start | Type | 1st Year | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Month Year Full-time (2 Years) | UK | £00,000 | £00,000 |
| INT | £00,000 | £00,000 | |
Month Year Full-time (2 Years) | UK | £00,000 | £00,000 |
| INT | £00,000 | £00,000 |
The University reserves the right to increase course fees annually in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI). If the University intends to increase your course fees it will notify you via email of this as soon as reasonably practicable.
Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear.
Scholarships and bursaries
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