BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
Bath, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 17,670 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international full time
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Key Summary
Our practical, lab-based Biomedical Science degree prepares you for a career where you can make a difference.
Biomedical science is at the heart of diagnosing, monitoring and treating disease. It's also key to the development of new drugs and treatments.
On our Biomedical Science degree, you'll learn how the human body works, exploring the cellular, molecular and genetic basis of disease. You'll gain the practical skills needed to succeed in a wide range of biological and medical science careers, such as hospital laboratory work, roles in research, or in industry.
Drawing on content from across the life sciences, and with the option of a placement year, this course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you'll need to contribute to whichever branch of biomedical science you wish to follow.
The course is aligned with the specific and vocational requirements detailed in the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Biomedical Sciences, ensuring that you'll develop the expertise needed for professional practice.
Accreditation
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology following an independent and rigorous assessment.
Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.
The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.
This course offers or includes the following modules. The modules you take will depend on your pathway or course combination (if applicable) as well as any optional or open modules chosen. Please check the programme document for more information.
Year one (Level 4) modules
- Biomedical Skills
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Infection and Immunity
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- The Microbial World
Year two (Level 5) modules
- Research Skills for Biomedical Science
- Blood Science
- Pathophysiology and Nutrition
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Microbial Applications and Biotech
- Biology in Society
- Human Nutrition
- Clinical Psychology
- Professional Placement Year
Year three (Level 6) modules
- Dissertation Planning for BMS
- Dissertation Publication for BMS
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Mechanisms of Disease
- Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Food Safety
- Investigations in Microbiology
Overview
You'll be taught human biology, exploring how the body and cells work, before moving on to learn about disease and pathology. Research skills are core to this Biomedical Science degree, and you'll develop practical laboratory skills as well as communication, teamworking and problem-solving skills, ensuring you'll graduate ready for the workplace or further study.
Course structure
Year one
You'll be introduced to the essentials of anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, and microbiology as well as cell biology and genetics. We focus on practical sessions to reinforce theoretical knowledge in the different areas, and help you develop confidence in key practical lab skills. You'll also gain a foundation in academic writing, data collection, analysis and communication.
Year two
You'll work on a team project with a focus on research and how to design and conduct experiments to address a scientific question. You'll continue to develop your understanding of different branches of biomedical science, with haematology, immunology and biochemistry being taught alongside pharmacology and toxicology. There will also be options to study broader areas such biotechnology and microbiology. You'll have the option to complete a work placement, giving you real world experience of the biomedical sector.
Year three
You'll cover fundamental topics such as clinical biochemistry, medical microbiology, genetics and immunology, all while you look in depth at mechanisms of disease. You'll complete an independent dissertation project, using your research and practical skills to investigate a selected biomedical topic. The dissertation includes elements of project management, completing appropriate ethical and risk assessments, logistical planning and detailed data analysis.
How will I be assessed?
There are a wide range of assessments including practical report writing, essays, investigative reports, blogs, group and individual presentations, lab skills assessments, interpretation tests and exams.
A degree in Biomedical Science can lead to a range of careers. You could become a biomedical scientist or medical laboratory assistant, or conduct biomedical or life sciences research. You'll also be well-placed to take on roles within the pharmaceutical industry, forensic science and medical sales. You may also choose to pursue further study, such as in medicine.
The theory will be delivered through interactive lectures and seminars, with more applied content in workshops, practical lab sessions, supervised projects and case studies.
To find out more about how we teach and how you'll learn, please read our Learning and Teaching Delivery Statement.