Biomedical Science - MSci

University of the West of England, Bristol

Bachelor's degree

In Bristol

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why study MSci Biomedical Science?
You will gain a scientific understanding of the biology of disease, along with its diagnosis and treatment, up to BSc level. You will then undertake an integrated fourth year at Masters level, including an extended research project.
You will develop skills at the forefront of advances in medical science. This means you will be equipped with analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities when you graduate, and will be able to compete for exciting and rewarding opportunities working or studying in biomedical research.
Why study our course?
The MSci in Biomedical Science offers practice-led teaching. The first three years of study are based around our long-running Institute of Biomedical Science accredited BSc honours degree and modules. The course is based on a strong foundation in modern biomedicine, including basic scientific core subjects, together with a study of specialist subjects in the biomedical science area, integrated through a study of the biology of disease. You will gain wide-ranging experience and be given the flexibility to develop expertise in the areas that interest you most.
Working at the cutting-edge of biomedical science and using state-of-the-art equipment, our focus on the application of science in the real-world will prepare you for a variety of exciting careers. In the fourth year of study, the teaching and research will develop your advanced research skills; MSci projects are aligned to areas of research excellence, as you work alongside research-focused academic staff.
You will experience engaging and outstanding learning, teaching and support services throughout your student journey, fully utilising advances in technology to support your academic and professional development. Alongside in-depth subject-specific training in research, you will gain transferable skills applicable to broader areas, such as management, finance and marketing.
Real-world experience
With the opportunity to...

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Bristol (Avon)
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Coldharbour Lane, BS16 1QY

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About this course

Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) which allows you to apply for registration as a biomedical scientist.
Placements
Throughout the course, you will be able to apply your expertise and build professional skills in work-based settings by applying for placements, internships and volunteering roles. The five-year sandwich course option involves 40 weeks of work-based training that may be in a specialised area of biomedical science.
You will have the chance to...

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Subjects

  • Biomedical
  • Biomedical Science
  • Teaching
  • Project
  • Biology
  • Learning Teaching
  • Medical
  • Biomedical research
  • Communication Training
  • Medical training

Course programme

Content

Year one

You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Biomedical Skills
  • Cell Biochemistry and Genetics
  • Pathophysiology of Disease.

Year two

You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Practice and Communication of Science
  • Physiological and Immunological Systems
  • Studies in the Biology of Disease

Plus two of the following optional modules:

  • Drugs and Disease
  • Cell Signalling
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular Genetics.

Year three

You will study one of the following modules:

  • Research Dissertation Project
  • Research Experimental Project.

Plus two OR three of the following specialist modules:

  • Medical Genetics
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Haematology
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Cellular Pathology and Oncology
  • Immunology.

Plus selection/s from the following optional modules, depending on credit requirements:

  • Professional Practice in Applied Science*
  • Science Communication
  • Genomic Technologies
  • Scientific Frontiers and Enterprise
  • Neuropharmacology
  • Pathophysiology
  • Antimicrobial Agents
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology.

Final year

You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Research in Practice
  • Research with Impact
  • Current Issues in Biomedical Research.

*compulsory module if you choose to undertake a placement.

The University continually enhances our offer by responding to feedback from our students and other stakeholders, ensuring the curriculum is kept up to date and our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need for the real world. This may result in changes to the course. If changes to your course are approved, we will inform you.

Learning and Teaching

We encourage student-centred learning, supported by learning packages and a web-based Virtual Learning Environment. Guided independent learning is enabled through lectures, seminars and tutorials. Practical classes are very important in supporting learning, with both laboratory and computer-based sessions.

In the final year, you will carry out an independent research project to seek new biomedical knowledge. Your research project will be undertaken with a tutor supervisor and may be carried out alongside his/her research team.

Your tutors are all engaged in research and other scholarly activity, working across the range of disciplines encompassed by biomedical sciences. They will support your learning and encourage you to develop as a biomedical scientist.

For more details, see our full glossary of learning and teaching terms.

Assessment

The range of assessment methods includes both traditional approaches, such as essays and reports, as well as group tasks and presentations. You will work closely with students in your group, with support from both student advisers and a tutor. Overall, assessment is through both coursework and examinations.

For more details, see our full glossary of assessment terms.

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