Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Bradford
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Bradford
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
Biomedical Science is the in-depth study of human biology in both normal and disease states.
This course provides you with detailed understanding of the causes of human disease, how these produce symptoms and the effects of disease on the structure and function of human cells, tissues, and the whole organism. Students learn both current techniques used in the study of human diseases in the NHS, and innovative technologies under development for experimental treatments.
The University of Bradford is in the top 50 universities for research in the latest Research Excellence Framework, with world class researchers undertaking the research-informed teaching.
Recent investment in the Digital Health Zone allows students to access the latest techniques in digital anatomy and pathology, including carrying out digital dissection using technology only available in six UK Universities.
Find out more about the School of Chemistry and Biosciences.
BMS Course Assessment
The majority of modules contain exam and coursework assessment, particularly important for a laboratory based science course. Overall 48% of the course is assessed by coursework. The percentage assessment by coursework increases on progression through the course to reflect development of independent laboratory and study skills.
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Subjects
- Pathology
- Teaching
- Biology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Biomedical Science
- International
- Medical
- Medical training
- Biomedical
Course programme
The modules for this course can be found in the latest programme specification.
This programme is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) giving you a broad-based scientific education coupled with the technical skills necessary for laboratory work. This broad-based education provides the foundation for a wide-range of scientific careers, including as a Biomedical Scientist in a hospital environment (after successful completion of the IBMS portfolio of competence in an accredited laboratory placement and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council after graduation), as a laboratory-based or non-laboratory based scientist in the Pharmaceutical Industry and other related industries, academic research and teaching.
However, whilst the degree provides a qualification necessary to start your professional career you will need to continue to develop skills throughout your working life. This programme couples a scientific education with the development of the skills necessary for lifelong learning.
Unless stated otherwise, all modules listed are core.
Year 1
- Developing Professional Skills 1 (20 credits)
- Human physiology 1 and 2 (20 credits)
- Introductory Biochemistry (20 credits)
- Cell and Tissue Biology (20 credits)
- Human Genetics and Developmental Biology (20 credits)
- Introductory microbiology (20 credits)
Year 2
- Developing Professional Skills 2 (20 credits)
- Immunology, Haematology and Transfusion Science (20 credits)
- Medical microbiology (20 credits)
- Clinical and Analytical Biochemistry (20 credits)
- Molecular Genetics (20 credits)
- Pathology (20 credits)
Year 3
- Research Project (40 credits)
- Medical Genetics (20 credits)
- Biology of Disease (20 credits)
- Research Topics II (20 credits)
Optional modules for specialisation in year 3. Students will choose one of the following:
- Research Topics in Medical Cell Biology I (20 credits)
- Research Topics in Medical Biochemistry I (20 credits)
- Research Topics in Cancer Biology I (20 credits)
- Research Topics in Medical Microbiology I (20 credits)
- Research Topics in Haematology I (20 credits)
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)