In 2016, the World Health Organisation (WHO) stated that diabetes was the direct cause for the death of 1.6 million people, as well as it being the primary cause of blindness, kidney failure and other cardiovascular mortalities.

This MSc is designed to develop and further students' understanding and knowledge of diabetes focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes. The course is suitable for healthcare professionals, researchers and intercalating medical students.

The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through students' production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. The aim will be to develop these to publication with students if suitable.