Reproductive Science (Women’s Health or Embryology) (MSc)
Find out more about our Reproductive Science (Women’s Health or Embryology) taught degree at Warwick
Women’s health has long been under-researched and under-funded, creating significant gaps in our understanding of infertility, miscarriage, endometriosis, PCOS, menstrual disorders, menopause and maternal health. These gaps have real consequences: delayed diagnoses, limited treatment options, persistent health inequalities and substantial economic costs. Too often, women feel unheard in clinical settings, and outcomes for conditions that disproportionately affect them remain poor.
Course overview
Reproductive science is at a crossroads.
Fertility rates are falling. Maternal mortality remains high. Access to reproductive care is unequal. And demand for assisted reproductive technologies far exceeds supply.
The UK’s Women’s Health Strategy (2022) calls for urgent change, and for more skilled professionals to close the gap.
This MSc follows an NHS England–designed curriculum and builds the skills you need to drive change, delivering training that is rigorous, clinically relevant and socially impactful.
Whether you follow the Women’s Health or Clinical Embryology route, you’ll gain the scientific expertise, clinical insight, and critical perspective to drive change in research, practice, and policy, shaping the future of reproductive health worldwide.
Join this course to be part of the change. Throughout the course you will explore the science of reproductive health alongside its cultural, ethical, and policy dimensions, preparing you to make a meaningful impact and contributions in research, clinical practice, and global health equity.
General entry requirements
Minimum requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class (2:1) degree in a relevant scientific or medical discipline from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Suitable subjects include (but are not limited to): Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Health and Medical Sciences, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Physics, and Statistics.
Applicants with a lower second-class (2:2) degree may be considered if they have relevant professional experience or additional qualifications, subject to a successful interview.
English language requirements
You can find out more about our English language requirementsLink opens in a new window. This course requires the following:
- Band A - Overall IELTS (Academic, UKVI or Online) score of 6.5, with no individual component below 6.0. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.
International qualifications
We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications.
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Academic References
We typically ask for one academic reference for taught courses.
You will be asked to include an email address for your referee(s) when submitting your application and we will contact them for you.
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Additional requirements
There are no additional entry requirements for this course.
Teaching
The course uses a blended, inclusive model that combines face-to-face teaching, interactive online learning, and practical lab and clinical experience. You’ll learn through lectures, seminars, journal clubs, tutorials and problem-based sessions, while collaborative projects and peer-to-peer learning foster rich exchange across disciplines.
Class sizes
Class sizes will vary, however on average they comprise of 10-15 students.
Assessment
Assessment is designed to reflect real-world professional practice and support diverse learning styles. You’ll be assessed through a variety of formats, including:
- Scientific essays and literature reviews
- Oral presentations and podcasts
- Multiple-choice and short-answer exams
- Portfolio-based assessments
- Critical appraisals, including the use of AI-generated content
- A final dissertation based on your independent research project
The course also includes formative assessments to allow you to practice and receive feedback in a low-stakes environment, supporting learning and confidence-building.
This inclusive and flexible approach ensures that all students, regardless of background or learning preference, can thrive and develop the skills needed for impactful careers in reproductive science and women’s health.
Reading Lists
If you would like to view reading lists for current or previous cohorts of students, most departments have reading lists available through Warwick Library on the Talis Aspire platform.
You can search for reading lists by module title, code or convenor. Please see the modules tab of this page or the module catalogue.
Please note that some reading lists may have restricted access or be unavailable at certain times of year due to not yet being published. If you cannot access the reading list for a particular module, please check again later or contact the module’s host department.
Your timetable
Your personalised timetable will be complete when you are registered for all modules, listing your allocated lectures, seminars, and other small group classes. Your compulsory modules will be registered for you when you join us.
Your career
Our degrees equip you with the skills and experiences needed to excel in your career. With access to exceptional career services, industry connections, and global opportunities, we’ll inspire and help you to aim high and achieve your goals. Our guidance ensures you graduate as a well-rounded professional ready for lifelong success.
The median salary for University of Warwick 21/22 postgraduates from Warwick Medical School whose main employment was full-time work in the UK was £48,000.
Graduates of this MSc will be well prepared for diverse and impactful career paths across clinical practice, research, innovation, and policy. Possible destinations include:
- Practitioner roles in reproductive healthcare, infertility, or assisted conception
- Clinical embryologist or IVF specialist
- Reproductive health researcher or laboratory scientist
- FemTech innovator or digital health developer
- Women’s health advocate or global health policy advisor
- PhD researcher or NHS Scientific Training Programme (STP) applicant
This programme opens doors to both national and international opportunities, equipping you with the expertise to shape the future of reproductive and women’s health.
Derived from the Graduate Outcomes survey
Derived from the Graduate Outcomes survey, 2021/22, carried out approximately 15 months after completion of studies.
Median salary figure based on 99 Warwick Medical School graduates that participated in the 2021/22 Graduate Outcomes survey and provided salary details (33% of the total eligible Warwick Medical School postgraduate population).
Conducted annually Graduate Outcomes collects information on the activities and perspectives of graduates. Contains HESA data: Copyright Jisc 2024. Jisc cannot accept responsibility for any inferences or conclusions derived by third parties from its data.
Helping you find the right career
Your career path is unique to you. Our university careers team offer personalised support to help you develop your skills, plan your career path, and get experience at any point during your time at Warwick, and after graduation.
Our department also has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant. They offer impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:
- Career Society at Medical School Event
- AFP Interview Preparation
- Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
- Foundation Programme (UKFPO) Information evening
Discover more about postgraduate careers support at Warwick.
Warwick Medical School
Established in 2000, Warwick Medical School (WMS) forms part of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine at the University of Warwick. Alongside a range of educational opportunities, WMS has a reputation for research excellence, investigating solutions to significant global health challenges.
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Additional course costs
As well as tuition fees and living expenses, some courses may require you to cover the cost of field trips or costs associated with travel abroad.
For departmental specific costs, please see the Modules tab on the course web page for the list of core and optional core modules with hyperlinks to our Module Catalogue (please visit the Department’s website if the Module Catalogue hyperlinks are not provided).
Associated costs can be found on the Study tab for each module listed in the Module Catalogue (please note most of the module content applies to 2025/26 year of study). Information about module department specific costs should be considered in conjunction with the more general costs below:
- Core text books
- Printer credits
- Dissertation binding
- Robe hire for your degree ceremony
Scholarships and funding
Scholarships and financial support
Find out about the different funding routes available, including; postgraduate loans, scholarships, fee awards and academic department bursaries.
Living costs
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Applications for courses starting in September and October 2026 are now open.
Applications close on 2 August 2026 for students who require a visa to study in the UK, to allow time to receive a CAS and complete the visa application process.
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