Manchester, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 up to 6 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
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Introduction
Biomedical science is a vital part of modern medicine, enabling diseases to be diagnosed, monitored and treated. Develop your understanding of healthcare and human disease processes with a Biomedical Science degree.
You will cover broad biological principles relating to the normal function of the human body, as well as provide up-to-date training in medical and disease-related topics including pathophysiology, cell pathology, clinical immunology, haematology, microbiology and genetics. Your studies will be complemented by visits to local pathology laboratories and the contribution of external NHS specialists and biomedical scientists, with whom we have strong long-lasting links.
This Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited course is structured to take into account the integrated and multidisciplinary nature of biomedical science. In the early stages, you will acquire a broad understanding of the normal functioning of the body to prepare you for the later introduction of more specialised medical and pathological aspects of human disease. There is a range of module options that you can take in your second and third year according to your interests.
You will:
- Develop the lab skills needed to become an employable biomedical scientist or for a career in medical laboratory research
- Have the opportunity to include a placement year, which you can include in the IBMS registration portfolio
- Learn from research-active tutors involved with science projects across molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, parasitology and cell biology
Ideal Students
This is for you if...
- You want to develop your understanding of human disease processes, diagnostics and treatments
- You have a strong interest in how modern research underpins the development of new therapies to improve future healthcare
- You are passionate about science and want to pursue a career that is aligned with solving public health issues
Curriculum
Across three years of study - or four, if you choose to include an industry placement, you will explore fascinating biomedical science topics including pathophysiology, immunology, clinical and molecular genetics and cell pathology. You will gain insight into disease processes, and how they are diagnosed and treated all while refining your practical laboratory and research skills.
Learning Experience
Our course has a strong practical focus, enabling you to develop the lab skills needed to become an employable biomedical scientist, or for a career in laboratory research in a wide range of industry sectors.
Throughout the degree, you'll take modules that help you to hone these practical skills. For example, in your final year, you will complete a module called 'Applied Biomedical Science', where you will develop an understanding of important analytical and diagnostic methods used in a clinical setting. You will also develop your research design, problem-solving and critical analysis skills by completing a final-year project on a topic of your choice.
Industry Placement
On this course, you will have the option to take an industry placement year between years two and three. Although you will be responsible for securing your placement, a tutor will support you, monitor your progress and assess your final placement report. In our experience, placement students achieve better final degree results and employment prospects.
Building on our industry-focused approach, we have developed longstanding connections with regional health and scientific research organisations. Recent biomedical science students have completed placements with leading laboratories at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester Royal Infirmary, and Aintree Hospital.
Year one
- Genetics
- Molecules to Microbes
- Human Anatomy
- Biomedical Skills
- Professional Skills
- Cell Biology
Year two
- Clinical and Molecular Genetics
- Medical Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion
- Pathophysiology
- Translational Research Skills
- Human Physiology
Year three
- Medical and Public Health Microbiology
- Cell Pathology
- Applied Biomedical Science
- Clinical Immunology
- Research Project
Choose one option from the following
- Cancer: Bench to Bedside
- Human Genetics
- Educational Principles and Practice in STEM
And choose one option from the following
- Advances In Pathophysiology
- Biochemistry of Drugs and Disease BSc Hons
Career Opportunities
Now is an exciting time to begin a biomedical science career. With major interest and investment in science driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, many new research fields and projects will arise worldwide over the next few years.
With our emphasis on developing your laboratory skills during the course, and by integrating modern and contemporary research methods and procedures for biomedical practice into your degree, you will have plenty of options available to you once you graduate. Many of our biomedical science graduates have progressed to work in a wide range of careers, including medical research, roles in the NHS, teaching, and management. Some have also chosen to complete postgraduate studies in related fields, such as medicine and dentistry.
IBMS course accreditation provides a guarantee of quality sought by employers and enhances graduate employability as a biomedical scientist. If you choose to complete the IBMS registration portfolio on placement, you can apply directly for grade 5 biomedical scientist positions and HCPC registration.