Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By The University of Sheffield |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

GeneticsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Genetics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is under review for 2026 entry. Please contact us for further information.
Course description This course is designed to give you knowledge and training in a cutting-edge area of science, which you can apply to a wide range of roles in a growing industry - whether you are a recent graduate or are already working in the field of cell and gene therapies.
You can study the genetics behind rare inherited diseases, and how cell and gene therapies provide treatment options that can be tailored to individual patients. In the laboratory, you can explore a range of topics and techniques in molecular and cellular biology. You can also learn how scientists work with industry to translate discoveries into marketable healthcare products, with module content covering topics such as manufacturing, quality control, regulation, safety and clinical trials.
As an advanced cell and gene therapies student, you will learn from the experts who run our Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC). Researchers at this multi-million-pound facility are working to accelerate the development of gene therapies into life-changing treatments.
The Sheffield team works with pharmaceutical companies and other organisations in an expanding global gene therapy network, which creates unique learning opportunities throughout the degree. Some of our collaborators give lectures, and students may have the opportunity to be part of a project with one of our industry partners during a 20-week research project.
You will be based within the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) - an internationally recognised centre of excellence, where top researchers are working on groundbreaking treatments to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative disorders.
Intercalation We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.
Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies bursaries We have a number of bursaries available for students planning to study our MSc Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies programme.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Genetics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is under review for 2026 entry. Please contact us for further information.
Course description This course is designed to give you knowledge and training in a cutting-edge area of science, which you can apply to a wide range of roles in a growing industry - whether you are a recent graduate or are already working in the field of cell and gene therapies.
You can study the genetics behind rare inherited diseases, and how cell and gene therapies provide treatment options that can be tailored to individual patients. In the laboratory, you can explore a range of topics and techniques in molecular and cellular biology. You can also learn how scientists work with industry to translate discoveries into marketable healthcare products, with module content covering topics such as manufacturing, quality control, regulation, safety and clinical trials.
As an advanced cell and gene therapies student, you will learn from the experts who run our Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC). Researchers at this multi-million-pound facility are working to accelerate the development of gene therapies into life-changing treatments.
The Sheffield team works with pharmaceutical companies and other organisations in an expanding global gene therapy network, which creates unique learning opportunities throughout the degree. Some of our collaborators give lectures, and students may have the opportunity to be part of a project with one of our industry partners during a 20-week research project.
You will be based within the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) - an internationally recognised centre of excellence, where top researchers are working on groundbreaking treatments to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative disorders.
Intercalation We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.
Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies bursaries We have a number of bursaries available for students planning to study our MSc Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies programme.

Admission Requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject
Subject requirements We accept degrees in the following subject areas:  - Biology - Biomedical Engineering - Biomedical Science - Medicine - Neuroscience - Psychology We may consider degrees in other Medical, Engineering or Science subjects.
English language requirements IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent.

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