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Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In Sheffield ()

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Duration

    3 Years

- Apply the latest biological science to fields such as medical diagnosis of disease and illness.
- Research the causes and treatment of disease.
- Choose to transfer onto the MSci qualification.
- Have the opportunity to study abroad — Erasmus funding is available for European placements.
Optional transfer to the MSci qualification is aimed at students wanting to pursue a career in research and is suitable for students who achieve good results during years one and two of the BSc route.

About this course

Gain a broad-based education in biomedical sciences, its application and an insight into the impact of biomedical science within the clinical setting and scientific industry.
Gain the skills and knowledge required to become a biomedical scientist.

You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. We have excellent links with a range of NHS hospitals such as Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield Children's Hospital, Rotherham General Hospital and organisations such as Hammersmith Medical.There are also placement opportunities for those interested in a career in industry or research, for example at Abbot Diagnostics, University of Sheffield research laboratories or Quotient Bioresearch. If you study abroad or do your work placement in another European country there may be funding available through the Erasmus programme.

From three A levels (including at least 32 points in Biology) or equivalent BTEC national qualifications in Applied Science to include suitable biology modules. The study of Chemistry is useful, but not essential. We do not accept General Studies. We will consider a combination of qualification types.BBC at A Level including A level Biology.DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Science).A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.

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Subjects

  • Biomedical
  • Mentoring schemes
  • Internship
  • Volunteering
  • Leadership
  • Biomedical Science
  • Biomedical research
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Science
  • Bio
  • Biochemistry

Course programme

Course Summary

How you learn

You experience a vibrant, challenging and supportive range of learning activities as you progress through the course. The overall aim of the programme is to give you sound preparation for a career in biomedical science.

You learn through
  • lectures and seminars
  • workshops
  • laboratory classes
  • mini-projects
  • work placements
  • There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus programme.
Networking opportunities

We have extra-curricular career-focused activities such as careers and job fairs, employer events, mentoring schemes, internship opportunities, volunteering and leadership awards.

Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)

£ 9,250 VAT inc.