University of Sheffield MSc Degrees in Biological Sciences

Our MSc is designed to provide you with all of the necessary technical knowledge, expertise and transferable skills to succeed in one of the fastest growing engineering disciplines. Read more

Examine the mechanisms behind disease in detail. Learn how new technologies are building on the Human Genome Project to revolutionise scientific discovery, diagnosis and treatment. Read more

Designed for students interested in gaining the practical, lab-based skills necessary to understand neurological diseases at the molecular and cellular level and how to apply this knowledge to benefit patients. Read more

This course blends biochemical engineering with business management to prepare you for a career in biopharmaceuticals or industrial biotechnology. Read more

Undertake research-focused training that spans molecular biology to give you a unique understanding of how the latest research techniques are utilised in the biotechnology sector. Read more

Explore the science behind reproductive and developmental processes and their clinical applications. Develop specialist knowledge as a scientist or clinician, or prepare for further training in IVF or embryology. Read more

Learn how oncology research in the lab is translated into new treatments in the clinic. Study fundamental cancer biology and the latest advances in areas including immunotherapy and precision medicine. Read more

A flexible way to study the fundamental biology of the human nervous system, the mechanisms behind a range of illnesses, and the treatments that patients receive. Read more

Find out how scientists discover chemical candidates for new pharmaceuticals. You'll learn how to meet the pharmaceutical industry’s increasing demands for drugs that can treat illnesses safely and more effectively, overcome antibiotic resistance, and be produced at a lower financial and environmental cost. Read more