Integrative Physiology and Pharmacology - MSc

About the course

1 year full time

Practical training in areas of integrative mammalian biology and physiology and pharmacology. You'll undertake a research project in one of the laboratories where you'll receive training in research methods and transferable skills to prepare you for a career in academia or industry.

Entry requirements

You'll need a first class honours degree in a biomedical related subject.

English language requirements for overseas students

IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6 in each component), or TOEFL (internet-based test) 100 with at least 23 in speaking and at least 22 in each other component.

Entry requirements for international students 

Core modules

• Literature Review
• Laboratory Research Project
• Critical Analysis of Current Science
• Ethics and Public Awareness of Science

Optional modules

Choose two lecture modules from:

• Molecular Physiology of Ion Channels and Human Disease
• Epithelial Physiology in Health and Disease
• Autonomic Nervous System
• Membrane Receptors

Choose two practical modules from:

• Integrative Mammalian Biology
• Pharmacological Techniques

Teaching

• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Discussions examining the ethical and legal implications of the use and practice of bioscience in society
• Half of the course is your individual research project, conducted in one of our research laboratories

Assessment

• Formal examinations
• Coursework assignments
• Debates
• Poster presentations
• Dissertation

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

E: bmsadmissions@sheffield.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)114 222 2319

Where your masters can take you

Over half of our MSc graduates go on to doctoral study, some here at Sheffield. Your degree will also prepare you for a career in research in academia or industry, or in a clinical-related field.

Demand for graduates with skills in stem cell and regenerative medicine is increasing rapidly. Our courses give you the edge you need to succeed in a global careers market.

How you benefit from our expertise

Sheffield is ranked third in the UK for research in biological sciences, which means much of our work is internationally recognised or excellent. Our reputation attracts staff and students from around the world, making this a vibrant place to study.

Regular seminars from distinguished international experts help you to connect your studies to the latest developments. We're also part of collaborative research groups for developmental biology, cell biology, physiology, pharmacology, neuroscience, models of human disease, stem cell science and regenerative medicine.

Our two research centres focus on translating laboratory research to the clinical environment – the MRC Centre for Developmental and Biomedical Genetics and the Centre for Stem Cell Biology. All our teaching is drawn from our pioneering research.

Our courses give you the edge you need to succeed in a global careers market.

Labs and equipment

You also benefit from our modern research space. This includes purpose-built facilities for drosophila, zebrafish, chick and mouse genetics and for molecular physiology.

Other facilities provide all the tools you'll need to examine and analyse a range of cellular structures. We have an electron and a light microscopy centre, a PCR robotics facility, a flow cytometry unit and an RNAi screening facility.

Apply now

You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

Postgraduate Online Application Form