Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty

BSc in Biomedical Science

Year 1

• Molecular Basis of Life (20 credits)
• Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox (20 credits)
• World of Microorganisms (20 credits)
• Fundamentals of Microbiology (20 credits)
• Human Structure and Function (40 credits)
• Professional Skills for Scientists 1 (0 credits)

Year 2

• Principles of Cell Biology (20 credits)
• Clinical Genetics (20 credits)
• Professional Practice in Biomedical Science (40 credits)
• The Sciences of Disease (40 credits)
• Professional Skills for Scientists 2 (0 credits)

Year 3

• Research Project (40 credits)
• Biology of Human Infection (20 credits)
• Clinical Biochemistry (20 credits)
• Molecular Markers of Disease (40 credits)

Assessment

Details of assessments associated with this course are outlined below:

• Assessment will vary according to the learning outcomes of each module. Some modules are assessed solely through project work or written assignments. Others are assessed through a combination of coursework and end-of-semester examinations. Students are assigned an Advisor of Studies who can advise on personal and academic matters.

The BSc in Biomedical Science at Queens is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in:

• Diagnostic laboratory science as Biomedical Scientists within the National Health Service.
• Clinical trials relating to drug registration and patents.
• Government or Charity-funded research laboratories
• Management careers in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries
• Academic Research and Development.
• Postgraduate entry to Medicine, Dentistry and allied health Professions after gaining strong scientific training at the undergraduate level

In addition to graduates in Biomedical Science being interested in pursuing a career in the field, the degree also affords opportunities for careers in the broad field of medicine and medically related subjects such as medical sales and science writing. The degree also provides access to graduate jobs open to other disciplines due to the many transferable skills gained on the course.

Many students go into further study after their degree, completing Master’s and PhDs and a significant proportion of graduates gain entry to a Medical or Dental degree both at Queen's University Belfast or in another university in the UK.

Employment after the Course

Recent and frequent employment opportunities have been taken by our graduates in Life Science/Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industries in a wide range of roles, including Laboratory Technician, Scientific Officer, Sales and Marketing, and Clinical Trials Supervision, in leading local, national and international industries, including Randox, Norbrook, Almac and Galen.

Degree Plus/Future Ready Award for extra-curricular skills

In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised by a world-leading university, but you'll also have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this the Degree Plus/Future Ready Award. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.

Contact Teaching Hours

Medium Group Teaching

• 12 (hours maximum)
• Practical/Tutorial

Personal Study

• 24 (hours maximum)

Large Group Teaching

• 14 (hours maximum)
• Lectures

Learning and Teaching

The Biomedical Science course at Queen's is designed to equip our students with the knowledge and skills base required for life-long learning in one of the most rapidly expanding areas of modern science. To do this we provide a range of learning experiences:

• Adviser of Studies
• E-Learning technologies
• Induction
• Lectures
• Peer Mentoring Scheme
• Practical laboratory
• Self-directed study
• Seminars/tutorials
• Summer Studentships
• Third-year Supervised Projects