
Your postgraduate Biomedical Research offer-holder hub

Congratulations on your offer to study Biomedical Research at the University of Birmingham! This is your dedicated subject hub where you will find important information about your course before you start!
Why study Biomedical Research at Birmingham?
- Join a global leader: Birmingham is internationally renowned for pioneering research in areas such as cardiovascular sciences, neuropharmacology, neurogenetics, immunology, and inflammation and ageing.
- Train with cutting-edge facilities: Access a wide range of world-class facilities including microscopy, genomics, and flow cytometry.
- Gain hands-on experience: Work alongside leading scientists in top-tier labs. You’ll gain invaluable experience in active research environments like the Department of Biomedical Research, the Welcome Trust Clinical Research Unit, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, and Birmingham City Hospital.

Postgraduate Online Open Week: 26-30 January
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Don't forget to accept your offer and pay your deposit
We are so excited to welcome you onto this programme and for you to start your studies at Birmingham.
If you're an international student, you are required to pay a non-refundable tuition fee deposit of £3,000. Your deposit not only secures your place but also marks the beginning of a life enhancing experience with us.
The deposit payment will be deducted from the tuition fee at registration. You will be required to pay this deposit before your offer can progress and you can register with us.
You can follow the link in your applicant portal to pay this deposit.

University Doctoral School
University Doctoral SchoolThe University Doctoral School champions Birmingham's vibrant postgraduate research (PGR) community. We're more that just a support hub, we're your gateway to expert advice, interdisciplinary connections, and a high-impact research journey. Working hand-in-hand with University support services, we ensure you get the best possible postgraduate experience.
Birmingham: A Top Choice for Graduate Employability
We’re proud to be the UK university most targeted by the country’s leading graduate employers (The Graduate Market in 2025 High Fliers report).
Designed to prepare you to interact with the world’s most advanced biological and clinical datasets - this programme will prepare you for careers, or further graduate work, in the omics-enabled biosciences.
Where could a MRes in Biomedical Research take you?
Completing the MRes Biomedical Research programme opens the door to a wide range of exciting and rewarding career pathways. Whether you’re aiming to pursue doctoral research, graduate-entry medicine, or transition into a professional role, this programme equips you with the advanced research skills and critical thinking essential for success.
You could go on to thrive in areas such as medical and scientific communication, hospital-based laboratory science, as well as a variety of roles across the biomedical and healthcare sectors. This programme is a launchpad for a dynamic and meaningful career in biomedical science and beyond.

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