About the course
At some point in life, we all access services that rely on the expertise of biomedical scientists - professional laboratory scientists involved in blood testing, newborn screening and cancer staging. They have played a key role in developing vaccines and tests for the SARS-CoV2 coronavirus. This course prepares you to join them.
Our Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) provides a solid grounding in the laboratory sciences used to research, diagnose and treat disease. You gain an in-depth understanding of how the human body works, studying the molecular, cellular and organ-level processes that take place in the human body and the pathological changes that occur in disease. You also explore advances in areas such as biotechnology and medicine, and the impact they have on treatment and scientific research.
The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS), ensuring it delivers the scientific education, skills and training needed to follow a career as a professional biomedical scientist.
Why choose this course?
- Learn about the latest amazing advances in biomedical sciences from research-active staff and guest lecturers from research institutes and hospital laboratories
- Benefit from our new STEM building with its modern, high-spec science facilities
- Accrue knowledge as well as graduate-level analytical and transferable skills that prepare you for a career or further study across a wide range of different scientific disciplines
- Graduates with IBMS-accredited degrees can apply for NHS trainee biomedical scientist positions, where they will study further to obtain the Health Care Professions Council’s (HCPC) portfolio accreditation.
What our students say
“The blend of lectures, research projects and practical classes help to build a variety of skills which employers actively seek. I am currently working as a trainee biomedical scientist (haematology), compiling my IBMS registration portfolio, and I’m loving it!”
Mark McCaughern, Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) graduate 2019, now a professional biomedical scientist
“Lecturers are very approachable and I always felt I could talk to someone regarding any issues I had. It provided me with the knowledge and experience I needed to help me achieve my dream of becoming a doctor.”
Josip Plascevic, Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) graduate 2020, now studying Medicine
Why Study in the School of Life Sciences?
- Specialist laboratories in new £40m STEM building
- 92% satisfaction with Biological Science, NSS 2020
Units
- Cell Biology (BHS012-1) Compulsory
- Chemistry (BHS022-1) Compulsory
- Human Anatomy And Physiology (BHS004-1) Compulsory
- Microbiology And Biochemistry (BHS002-1) Compulsory
- Molecular Genetics (BHS016-1) Compulsory
- Skills In Biomedical Science (BHS017-1) Compulsory
- Cellular Pathology (BHS052-2) Compulsory
- Genetics (BHS050-2) Compulsory
- Haematology And Transfusion Science (BHS048-2) Compulsory
- Human Metabolism (BHS023-2) Compulsory
- Immunology (BHS027-2) Compulsory
- Medical Microbiology (BHS042-2) Compulsory
- Medical Physiology (BHS026-2) Compulsory
- Skills In Science (BHS022-2) Compulsory
- Applications Of Immunology (BHS061-3) Compulsory
- Applications Of Microbiology (BHS059-3) Compulsory
- Biology Of Disease (BHS064-3) Compulsory
- Biomedical Science Research Project (BHS013-3) Compulsory
- Clinical Biochemistry (BHS060-3) Compulsory
- Human Genetics (BHS063-3) Compulsory
- Molecular Biology (BHS066-3) Compulsory
How will this course improve my career prospects?
Our Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree provides an excellent base to pursue a career in hospital laboratories, pharmaceutical industries and/or postgraduate entry into higher biomedical, biological science or graduate-entry Medicine/Dentistry. You will develop knowledge of and technical, research and analytical skills in biomedical disciplines including genetics, microbiology, immunology and biochemistry. This will open up career opportunities in pharmaceutical companies, laboratories, teaching, scientific publishing, public health, quality assurance, the food and drink industry and scientific sales/marketing.
*international students are eligible of receiving the VS'S scholarship of 1000GBP
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