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From tackling global health challenges in the lab, to delivering innovative biomaterials in clinics, join a community dedicated to solving today’s biggest issues. Study at a global top 100 UK university in September 2026.
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Why study Health and Life Sciences at Birmingham

  • Study at a global top 100 UK university, ranked 76th globally (QS World University Rankings 2026) and proud member of the Russell Group.
  • Gain in-demand skills to shape the future of healthcare and advance your career with expert-led postgraduate courses delivered by some of the UK’s most respected clinicians, academics, scientists, and health professionals.
  •  You will join a diverse international community of staff and students with access to extensive high-technology facilities and laboratories.

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  • Health Data Science MSc

    This Health Data Science Masters is aimed at students from diverse backgrounds and will equip you with the skills and knowledge for a wide range of careers across academic, NHS and industry sectors.

  • Biomedical Sciences MSc

    MSc Biomedical Sciences develops skills and creativity for identifying and developing solutions to existing and emerging global health challenges.

  • Bioinformatics MSc

    The future of biology is bioinformatics – computational analysis procedures that leverage state-of-the-art statistics and machine learning to gain insight into systems of exquisite complexity.

  • Toxicology MSc

    The Toxicology MSc (postgraduate masters) programme provides students with vocational training in the theoretical, clinical and laboratory aspects of toxicology.

  • Molecular Biotechnology MSc

    The Molecular Biotechnology MSc programme provides students with the skills and specialised knowledge needed for a career in biotechnology, molecular biotechnology or molecular biology.

  • Clinical Pharmacy MSc

    This masters programme is designed for non-UK qualified pharmacists who want to develop advanced clinical skills, with a focus on clinical pharmacy research and healthcare leadership.

  • Respiratory Medicine MSc

    The Respiratory Medicine - PGCert/PGDip/MSc programme is suitable for all health care professionals with an interest or involvement in delivering training and education.

  • Microbiology and Infection MSc

    Microbiology and Infection MSc uses expertise in microbiology and infection found in the Institute of Microbiology and Infection.

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Find your place at Birmingham

Home to one of the UK’s largest international student populations, with over 10,000 students from 150+ countries, and set on a 250-acre green campus named among the most beautiful in Britain (The Telegraph), the University of Birmingham is one of the top universities in UK for international students to study abroad.

  • Life as an International Postgraduate Student

    "When I moved to Birmingham, I was sceptical. Making the decision to do my Masters was a big one, and I was so nervous, I had a million things running through my mind. Would I be able to make friends? Would I even like the city? Would I understand my professors? Would I adjust to the weather? Would I like the food here? But all my doubts vanished as soon as I landed."

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Explore student and alumni profiles

  • Anita Sukumaran

    My name is Anita Sukumaran and I study MSc Health Data Science at the University of Birmingham.

  • Ishita Vaishkiar

    My name is Ishita Vaishkiar and I study MSc Bioinformatics at the University of Birmingham.

  • Sulaiman Alsaab

    My name is Sulaiman Alsaab and I studied MSc Respiratory Medicine at the University of Birmingham.

  • Shalini Choudhary

    Shalini is a passionate postgraduate researcher, exploring new ideas and making an impact through innovative research and collaboration.

  • Contact us

    For questions about becoming an international student, please submit via our enquiry form.

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  • Postgraduate online events

    We offer online events so you can find out about postgraduate study at Birmingham from the comfort of your home.

  • Postgraduate Fees and funding

    We’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

  • Postgraduate stories

    Discover what it’s like to live and learn at Birmingham through the voices of our postgraduate students and alumni.