University of Salford

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

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

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

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.