Biomedical Science: Haematology MSc

**Reasons to choose Kingston**<br/><br/><br/>- This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.<br/><br/><br/>- Our expert teaching staff and guest speakers will help you gain an in-depth understanding of haematological disease processes and the latest diagnostic techniques.<br/><br/><br/>- The University has extensive links to leading healthcare and research laboratories, such as GlaxoSmithKline, the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Service and local teaching hospitals. <br/><br/><br/>**About this course**<br/><br/>This course will introduce you to key concepts of haematopoietic stem cells and normal blood cell production. This course focusses on disease processes, the underlying pathological mechanisms, how they are diagnosed and personalised patient treatments.<br/><br/>During your time at Kingston, the course will offer guidance and preparation for your future IBMS registration. An extended laboratory research project will enable you to pursue an area of interest in depth.<br/><br/>Practising expert biomedical scientists are an integral part of the teaching team and ensure that the programme content reflects current practice. Academic staff at the University provide the opportunity for involvement in internationally-recognised research. <br/><br/>**Example modules**<br/><br/><br/>- Anaemia, Haemostasis and Blood Transfusion<br/><br/><br/>- Haematological Malignancy<br/><br/><br/>- Immunology and the Biology of Disease<br/><br/><br/>For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.<br/><br/>**Career opportunities**<br/><br/>Graduates have gone on to roles in a wide variety of biomedical science careers, such as in hospital and commercial laboratories, research, teaching and sales.