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BSc (Honours) Biomedical Science

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In Sheffield ()

£ 4,500 + VAT

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Course description
This course is mainly for employees in hospital pathology laboratories and other biomedical and biological laboratories.
It allows people in relevant employment to develop their professional skills and integrate their work experience with academic studies. However, opportunities exist for others not working in these environments to take the course.
A strong theme of professional development is also central to your learning to enhance your growth as a scientist and improve your employability.
Level one covers the underlying principles of biomedical science such as cell biology, physiology and analytical science.
In levels two and three, you develop a more detailed knowledge in specialist areas including • immunology • molecular biology • clinical biochemistry • medical microbiology • cellular pathology • pharmacology.
You can then combine all the skills and knowledge you have gained by completing a major research project.
You take all taught modules in common with students studying full-time and we agree your individual pattern of attendance.
Most of our teaching staff are active in our Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. This allows us to feed scientific developments directly into our courses. We constantly review course content, including the comprehensive practical laboratory programme, to keep abreast of scientific developments.
Key areas of study
Key areas include • human physiology and anatomy • microbiology and genetics • biology of disease • professional development • principles of pharmacology • clinical biochemistry and haematology.
Institute of Biomedical Sciences accreditation statement
This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences who recently commended us on
• the excellent scientific content of our courses
• the supportive nature of the staff which provides a positive student experience
• the laboratory and teaching facilities, which provides an excellent learning...

About this course

Designed primarily for employees already working in hospital pathology and other bioscience labs, this course allows you to integrate academic knowledge with your existing practical experience. You benefit from teaching based on the latest biomedical research, and gain the accredited qualifications and skills needed to develop as a scientist in the NHS and other related sectors.

Entry requirements
2017 entry requirements
Normally five GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 or above, including mathematics, English language or literature and a science subject or equivalent*
*GCSE maths, English & Science equivalents accepted:
•equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
plus one of the following
120 UCAS points from at least two A levels (including at least 32 points in Biology) or equivalent BTEC National qualifications (including suitable Chemistry and Biology modules.) The study of Chemistry is useful, but not essential. We accept AS Levels. We do not accept...

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Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • Immunology
  • Pathology
  • Staff
  • Teaching
  • Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biomedical Science
  • Physiology
  • Anatomy
  • Project
  • Biomedical

Course programme

Course structure

Part-time – typically four years if in relevant employment, otherwise up to six years

Typical modules may include

Level one

• introduction to biomedical science • human physiology and anatomy • cellular biology, biochemistry and microbiology bioanalytical methods • professional and scientific practice 1

Level two

• biology of disease • professional and scientific practice 2 • molecular biology and biochemistry • biomedical investigative techniques • immunology and microbiology

Level three

• professional and scientific practice 3 • cellular pathology and infection • blood sciences • research project

Level three options

• bioethics • bioinformatics • human genetics • applied biochemistry • pharmacology

BSc (Honours) Biomedical Science

£ 4,500 + VAT