Overview

Biomedical Research (Microbiome in Health and Disease) from Imperial integrates chemical, biological and physiological aspects in a unified approach.

You will acquire an understanding of modern molecular and cell science in world class biomedical research laboratories through both theory and practical exposure. You will also demonstrate practical dexterity in both commonly employed and more advanced practical techniques.

Careers

Our MRes in Biomedical Research is designed for students looking to pursue a career in biomedical research, whether in academia, industry or government. The overwhelming majority of graduates, who have wanted to continue on to PhD study, have done so.

The course will equip you with the key skills needed to plan, conduct, publish and obtain funding for successful research.

The programme offers training in a vast array of laboratories across the Faculty of Medicine (approximately 700 world leading research groups) and an opportunity to learn from leaders in the field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Biomedical Research

Anaesthetics, Pain Medicine and Intensive Care

Bacterial Pathogenesis and Infection

Data Science

Epidemiology, Evolution and Control of Infectious Diseases

Microbiome in Health and Disease

Molecular Basis of Human Disease

Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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125

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100

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69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Medicine Educational Research View 128 other Masters in Educational Research in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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125

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100

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69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Our minimum requirement is a 2.1 degree in an appropriate subject.

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

To show how you qualify for the course(s) you are applying for, you will need to provide information about the higher qualifications you have achieved or which you’re currently studying.

You will need to provide the names of two suitable referees. One must be an academic reference, the second referee may be another academic referee, or where appropriate/relevant, a professional referee.

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Application fee

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

45000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

20600 GBP / year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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