The Biomedical & Molecular Sciences Research MSc, MRes is a multi-disciplinary programme designed to provide superior practical skills and a firm theoretical grounding in a range of scientific fields.
The MSc propelled me into the world of the most advanced technologies. The supervision and guidance from the course coordinators and the support I received from my project supervisor was the highlight of the MSc course - their scientific aptitude and rigorous scholarship was inspirational!
Our Biomedical & Molecular Sciences Research programme gives you the flexibility to choose tostudy for a Masters of Science (MSc) or an extended Masters of Research (MRes) qualification. You will study Skills and Topics in Biomedical & Molecular Sciences Research, Advanced Bioscience Research Laboratory Techniques, Workshops and an extended research project.
The MSc pathway requires modules totaling 180 credits, and this includes a six-month research project and dissertation worth 60 credits.
If you choose to study for the MRes qualification, you will be required to study modules totalling 240 credits, which will include a nine-month research project and dissertation worth 120 credits.
If you are studying for the MSc qualification, you will complete the programme in one year, from September to September. The Masters of Research will take 16 months to complete, and you will study from September to January.
This programme is primarily taught at the King’s College London Guy’s and Waterloo Campuses, but some projects are also based at Denmark Hill, St Thomas’ Hospital or the Francis Crick Institute. Some areas of the programme include national and international collaborations, and this means you occasionally may be assigned to other labs (for example as part of the research enhancement Scholarships awarded to some students on our programme).
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
MSc one year full-time; MRes 16 months full-time
Credit value:
MSc: 180 credits, MRes: 240 credits
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed and we may need to request further information from you during the application process.
ATAS clearance if you receive an offer: this programme requires all non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals (with some exceptions) to have an ATAS certificate before they can enrol at King’s – this clearance can take a number of months (minimum 30 working days) and expected to be longer particularly during April and September. We therefore advise applying as soon as possible and earlier than the below deadlines to avoid any delay in obtaining this certificate.
Our first application deadline is on 9 March 2026 (23:59 UK time). The final application deadlines for this programme are:
After the first application deadline in March:
Please note, you will not be eligible for an application fee refund if you apply after the first application deadline, and we are unable to process further offers because places are filled and we close the course before the final application deadline.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the choice of modules offered at the time.
Located near London Bridge, Guy’s Campus offers a dynamic yet focused environment, ideal for health and science students. Offering cutting-edge labs and a close-knit academic community, at the heart of one of London’s most vibrant and historic areas.
Our Waterloo campus is home to the Florence Nightingale Faculty Nursing & Midwifery, and a vibrant hub for health, social science, and law students. Located moments from the iconic landmarks of South Bank and just a short walk to the Stand campus.
Denmark Hill, in Southwark, London, is a vibrant area known for its historical landmarks and green spaces. Home to King's College and the Maudsley Hospitals, it also features Ruskin Park, named after John Ruskin, and the Camberwell College of Arts.
