Lee Machado
Professor of Molecular Medicine
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Molecular Medicine MSc
Key Facts
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Duration
Full Time: 1 year
Part Time: up to 3 years -
Level
Master'sPG MSc
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Full Time: £8,700
Part Time: £967 (per 20 credits) -
Full Time: £19,000
Updated 12/02/2026
Overview
Course previously titled Molecular Bioscience MSc.
The University of Northampton’s Molecular Medicine MSc is aimed at individuals with prior knowledge of, or keen interest in, molecular medicine, genetics and genomics, and through our supportive environment you will develop your knowledge and understanding of key aspects of molecular medicine. You will have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your own interests through a selection of relevant modules.
The Molecular Medicine MSc programme supports you to develop your knowledge and understanding and is aimed at individuals with prior knowledge of, or keen interest in, molecular medicine and genetics and genomics.
Areas of focus include immunological cancers, diagnosis and mechanisms of bacterial infections and antimicrobial resistance, the pathology of neuromuscular disorders, neurological and neurodegenerative disease and the role of bioenergetics in health and disease.
Whether you wish to follow an applied career in bioscience or go on to further study at PhD level, this molecular medicine programme gives you the skills, qualification and insight to follow your dreams.
Highlights
- Subject specific modules in molecular medicine to meet your career aspirations.
- Well-equipped biomedical science laboratories for learning and research.
- Apply and develop your skills in a practical setting.
- Choice of work placement or laboratory applied practice, using a variety of molecular bioscience techniques.
- Negotiated learning to focus on your interests
- Motivated and research active tutors.
- Guest talks from industry experts, with a focus on career development
Example of the type of equipment students use within their science classes.
Students using equipment in science class in the Creative Hub Science Labs.
Entry Requirements
You will need to have a minimum 2.2 class honours degree in a Biological Science from a UK university or international equivalent in order to be eligible to apply for the Molecular Medicine MSc course.
For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.
If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.
All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
for study at master’s level
For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.
What You'll Learn
Students study six modules over one year full time, or two years if studying part time on this molecular medicine masters. You will follow subject specific and Research Methods modules and undertake a research project in your area of interest that gives an individual focus, whilst also integrating you into the Molecular Biosciences Research Group within the University’s Research Centre for Physical Activity and Life Sciences. You can find out more about the research interests and expertise of the Bioscience team on the Department of Science research profiles page.
In the Molecular Medicine module, you will study interdisciplinary approaches to understanding normal and pathological systems and processes at the molecular level, including novel treatments and drug development. In Genes and Genomics, you will gain in-depth knowledge of both molecular genetics and genomics, including bioinformatics and large data analyses with a focus upon novel technologies.
You will study a Current Topics module, which allows you to choose relevant and cutting-edge issues in molecular medicine, working independently to pursue your own interests with the support of a supervising tutor.
Compulsory Modules
This module will focus on examining a specific area of interest chosen by the student, to develop their understanding of the research process and designing and developing a valid research proposalIt will also advance the students understanding of concepts, principles and techniques associated with quantitative statistical analyses commonly used in applied research projects.
The purpose of this module is to introduce the student to the highly dynamic field of Molecular Medicine, that employs interdisciplinary approaches to understand normal and pathological systems and process at the molecular levelThe focus will be on how discovery science in this area informs clinical practice with the development of novel therapeutic approaches and diagnostic assays.
The module provides an opportunity for the student to apply knowledge, concepts, and research techniques to a question or problem in a specific discipline within their studiesThe module builds and expands on students’ prior knowledge and aims to develop expertise and understanding of the scientific process including research methodology, skills to execute planning, conducting, analysis and writing up of their researchIt will develop the student’s ability to work independently and to reflect on the subject-specific research process. All assessments will be directly related to the student s chosen pathway specialism either: MSc Molecular Bioscience (Molecular Medicine) MSc Molecular Bioscience (Genetics and Genomics)
The purpose of this module is to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of both molecular genetics and genomics, including bioinformatics and large data analysesStudents will explore the impact of genomic changes and variation and how these contribute to outcomes such as diseaseThis will include the development and use of novel technologies and their application in the clinic and more broadly in society.
The purpose of this module is to identify and examine current topics within Molecular BioscienceThe students will explore an identified issue and develop their critical analysis of contentious or contemporary issuesThey will review the literature and propose strategies that affect positive change in shaping future practice and research.
This module provides the opportunity for students to develop key laboratory skills and apply them to real world situationsThere will also be a focus on equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to begin managing their professional development, including reflecting on current practice and identifying/addressing developmental needs.
Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 25/26. The modules relating to the academic year 26/27 will be available from June 2026.
To improve your employability, apply your skills and build your social capital, you will also complete 150 hours of Applied Practice with an option of a work placement* or a laboratory-based module, featuring key molecular techniques and a problem based independent project, designed to increase your employability after your course.
*Securing a work placement will be supported by staff but not guaranteed.
Fees and Funding
2026/27 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 26/27 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK – Full Time: £8,700
- UK – Part Time: £967 per 20 credit module.
- International – Full Time: £19,000
There are no additional costs for the molecular medicine MSc course for students beginning their studies in September 2026. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.
For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.
For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.
If you are starting a master’s course in 2026/27 either full-time or part-time* you may be able to apply for a master’s loan through Student Finance England.
*The maximum period of study allowed for part-time courses is two years.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK – Full Time: £8,500
- UK – Part Time: £945 per 20 credit module.
- International – Full Time: £17,495
Staff
Jodie Score
Senior Lecturer in Microbiology
Karen Anthony
Professor of Molecular Medicine
Jamal Nasir
Associate Professor in Human Genetics & Genomics
David Young
Senior Lecturer in Molecular Bioscience
Merryn Ekberg
Senior Lecturer in Health Sociology
Saul Cuttell
Senior Lecturer in Sports & Exercise Science
Facilities and Special Features
- Experienced subject specialists actively researching and publishing in their fields.
- Opportunities to attend and present research at international conferences.
- Independently focused areas of study fully supported.
- Great links with local academic, industrial and clinical partners.
Bioscience Laboratories
UON's Bioscience laboratories offer well-equipped, specialist facilities
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