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Study a master's in health and life sciences

An artist's impression of an aerial view of the Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre, University of Salford

Study a career-led master's degree built for global impact just minutes from central Manchester. Developed alongside leading healthcare and life science organisations, our programmes combine cutting-edge research with hands-on practice.

Join Salford graduates driving innovation at leading organisations worldwide, including the NHS, AbbVie, Manchester United FC, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

How to apply

Discover entry requirements, deadlines, and how to apply as an international student. Or if you're ready to start your application, you can apply now.

How to apply

Why study at Salford?

1.

Access world class teaching, research and patient facilities in our stunning new building 

2.

Get up to £3,000 scholarship and pay fees in 7 monthly installments.

3.

Learn minutes from Manchester city centre, surrounded by world-class healthcare networks, life science labs, and tech innovators.

Find your course
Allied and Public Health

Exercise and Physiology Facilities
Nursing and Midwifery

Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) working in a hospital ward
Psychology and Social Sciences

Psychology student headset
Sport

Female student sprinting
Life Sciences

Conservation monitoring

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See yourself here

Study on a vibrant green campus minutes from Manchester, featuring industry-standard sports labs, psychology suites, and our cutting-edge Bodmer Labs.

Opening in January 2027, our new Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre will combine world-class teaching, research, and patient facilities to prepare you for the future of healthcare.

Watch our walkthrough video for a sneak peek inside.

Computer generated image of the Thrive Health and Wellbeing Center stairwell, University of Salford
Student in a practical session in the Bodmer Labs, University of Salford
In our Human Performance Laboratory, a student undergoes a strength and lifting test, observed by two other students. One student records the results.
Two women in medical uniform performing an MRI on a plastic mannequin.
Group of physiotherapy students watching a supervisor demonstration
Female student speaking 1-1 with lecturer.
Students in the Prosthetics and Orthotics Labs, University of Salford
Students in the psychology labs both looking at a screen, one has equipment on her head
Chemistry

Be inspired: our graduates' success stories

From supporting performance and development at world-class sports teams to leading initiatives that improve global health, our graduates are making an impact worldwide, driving innovation, and turning their passions into meaningful change.

How did MSc Public Health help Chuks become a Health Policy Analyst in Canada

A male student in a suit looking towards camera

Mayssa gained the leadership and communication skills to thrive in healthcare

A student holding up her Salford lanyard and Welcome Guide

Ataa talks about her role at Salford NanoLAB

International drug discovery and design student Ataa Yasari, stood in front of Peel Building, University of Salford
Learn more about applying to study at Salford

Scholarships

Researchers in our School of Health and Society

Fees and funding

International student studying public health

The application process

Student Physios moving and handling