Biomedical Science (Medical Genomics) (Taught)

Why choose Biomedical Science (Medical Genomics) MSc at Middlesex?

Medical Genomics studies genomes and their applications in medicine. It uses genomic data to understand the genetic basis of diseases, predict individual risk, guide personalized treatments, track infectious disease outbreaks, combat antibiotic resistance, and develop targeted diagnostics and therapies—ultimately transforming how we prevent, diagnose, and treat both inherited conditions and infectious diseases. It sits at the intersection of biology, medicine, data science, and technology, empowering Medical Genomicists to support healthcare professionals by translating complex genetic data into meaningful clinical decisions.

What you will gain

This is an interdisciplinary programme with teaching provided by research active academics as well as other experts in the field. The programme has a strong applied and practical focus. Hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art facilities will provide you with the practical and computational skills needed for a successful career in the health care sector, academia and industry.

Accreditations

This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS). You will graduate with a professional qualification that will give you a competitive edge in pursuing your scientific career ambitions.

Graduating from this course are entitled to become a member of The IBMS, which is the professional body for biomedical scientists in the UK. It can help its members to develop their careers and scientific knowledge as well as provide them with personal and professional support.

Your application

As part of our new Learning Framework update to postgraduate programmes, MSc Biomedical Science programmes are merging. This will allow you to specialise your award through the modules you pick. The following pathways will be available when applying for MSc Biomedical Science:

• MSc Biomedical Science (Cellular Pathology)

• MSc Biomedical Science (Clinical Biochemistry)

• MSc Biomedical Science (Haematology and Transfusion Science)

• MSc Biomedical Science (Medical Immunology)

• MSc Biomedical Science (Medical Genomics)