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Postgraduate

Brighton and Sussex Medical School is committed to providing first-class postgraduate training which combines clinical, research and professional skills.

Taught degrees

We offer a range of full-time and part-time taught postgraduate courses in subjects relevant to medicine and healthcare specialist training.

External colleagues include a vibrant mix of professionals from a range of health and social care backgrounds, ensuring that content is up to date and appropriate.

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Induction day

BSMS’ Postgraduate Induction Day will take place on Tuesday 16 September 2025. It is an in person event taking place at the University of Brighton, Falmer Campus and attendance is mandatory for those that are starting one of our Postgraduate courses in 2025/26.

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Single modules

BSMS offers a wide range of subjects. Many individual postgraduate taught modules are suitable for study on a stand-alone basis. The majority of modules are run intensively over a five day period and are delivered at the University of Brighton Falmer campus or at nearby NHS centres.

Find out more about our single modules >

Research degrees

Our world-class research environment offers a wide and exciting range of possibilities for postgraduate students. Postgraduate research at BSMS spans basic science through to clinical projects, medical ethics and social science.

PhD

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Find out about current PhD opportunities >

Fees and finances

Fees for postgraduate taught courses (2025-26)

2025/26 fee changes apply to all new and continuing students.

MSc and MRes

UK: £11,030*

International: £22,580**

*For all courses except: Internal Medicine & Nuclear Medicine (£13,080) and Psychiatry (£10,720).

**For all courses except: Internal Medicine & Nuclear Medicine (£27,440) and Psychiatry (£10,720).

MSc in Physician Associate Studies

UK: £11,770 (fees are charged per year)

International: £22,050 (fees are charged per year)

PGDip

UK: £7,353*

International: £15,053**

*For all courses except: Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery (£20,870), Internal Medicine and Nuclear Medicine (£8,720) and Psychiatry (£7,147).

**For all international courses except: Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery (£24,980), Internal Medicine and Nuclear Medicine (£18,293), and Psychiatry (£7,147).

PGCert

UK: £3,677*

International: £7,527**

*For all courses except: Internal Medicine and Nuclear Medicine (£4,360), and Psychiatry (£3,573).

**For all international courses except: Internal Medicine and Nuclear Medicine (£9,147), Diabetes and Medical Education (£3,677), and Psychiatry (£3,573).

Postgraduate 20 credit single modules

UK: £1,226 (per module)*

International: £2,509 (per module)*

*Please note that modules from our Internal Medicine and Nuclear Medicine programme will incur a higher fee at £1,453 per module (UK) and £3,049 (International); the single module Dental fee is £3,748 (UK) and £4,163 (International).

Find out more about fees and funding >

Find out about funding opportunities for research projects >

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Alumni scholarships

20% discount on postgraduate fees for BSMS, University of Sussex and University of Brighton Alumni.

Our BSMS Alumni Postgraduate Scholarships are open for 2025-26 entry.

Alumni with a prior award from BSMS, the University of Sussex or the University of Brighton will be eligible for a 20% discount on postgraduate fees, which will be automatically awarded to students who meet the eligibility criteria.

Both full-time and part-time students are eligible, and the scholarship applies to Postgraduate Taught courses along with Postgraduate Research. If you are interested in studying an eligible course, but are yet to apply, please submit your application online in the normal way. If you are offered a place, we will automatically identify you as eligible.

Continuing professional development

BSMS offers a variety of continuing professional development (CPD) learning opportunities to help you to develop new skills and update your current knowledge base. Many single taught modules from our Masters courses can also be taken as CPD courses.

Our courses are designed to ensure professionals are up to date with current policies and practice guidelines, and help develop their knowledge and skills. CPD points are awarded for participation in workshops or short courses and participants receive a certificate of completion.

Read about single modules as CPD >

Read about short courses and workshops >

Read about Bespoke training and commissions >

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Why choose BSMS?

Clinical and professional combined

All our clinical courses include professional modules as standard, ensuring that students develop the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of a changing health and social care sector.

Strong multidisciplinary learning

Our courses bring together a vibrant mix of professionals from a variety of health and social care backgrounds. As a result, students gain valuable insights into other disciplines, leading to stronger team working – and, ultimately, to better patient care.

Responding to changing healthcare needs

We tailor our courses to reflect the current changes taking place within the wider healthcare environment, including the NHS, local authorities and independent or third sector providers delivering or planning services.

Nationally and globally relevant

Our courses are delivered by high-level practitioners, who base their teaching on the latest research and case studies. Prominent guest lecturers add to the student experience. This ensures the knowledge is relevant and translatable to both national and international healthcare settings.

Regionally significant

For those based in southern England, our course content draws on regional experience with local professionals delivering the course, using relevant research and case studies that are directly applicable to the regional health sector.

Benefit of two universities and local NHS trusts

BSMS is a partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton with local NHS providers, and all courses are validated by both universities. Each has a strong reputation in medical and healthcare teaching and research. Some clinical courses also take place in NHS trusts which work closely with both universities.

Conveniently located with excellent transport links

BSMS is just over an hour from London, and 45 minutes from Gatwick Airport. Most courses are delivered at the main campus at Falmer or at nearby NHS centres. The vibrant city and seafront of Brighton are just four miles away.

Living here

BSMS is a great place to study, nestled in the South Downs and near the bustling city of Brighton and Hove.

We are just over an hour from London, and an hour from Gatwick Airport.

Eligible students who make an application to deadline are guaranteed an offer of a room in uni-managed accommodation. Alternatively we can provide advice and guidance around securing accommodation in the private rented sector.

International students

BSMS welcomes international students on our postgraduate courses. We can offer you a range of benefits, including preparation in language and study skills and dedicated support from tutorial staff.

Find out about study as an international student >

Postgraduate guide

If you would like to find out more about our Postgraduate courses, you can view our Postgraduate guide.

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Apply now

Please apply for any postgraduate courses via the University of Brighton online application system, by clicking on the link below.

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