BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

Biomedical Science involves the study of disease, drugs and other topics related to human health.The biomedical sciences are made up of the following disciplines; biochemistry, haematology, immunology, microbiology, histology, cytology, bacteriology and transfusion (blood) technologies.In the UK the term 'biomedical scientist' is a protected title used by professionals working within the pathology department of a hospital. This group of healthcare professionals is the second largest profession registered by the Health Professions Council but not all students who study biomedical sciences end up working as biomedical scientists. Many graduates continue in pharmaceutical companies or other research institutes.
Typical job titles of recent graduates:
Trainee Biomedical Scientist,,
Clinical Trials Associate,
Drug Safety Coordinator,
Medical Representative,
Lab Scientist,
Microbiologist,
Research Assistant,
Tissue Culture Technologist,
Donor Transplant Assistant.

On graduation, you will be eligible for employment as a biomedical scientist in the National Health Service and Public Health Service laboratories. In addition, job opportunities exist in the Blood Transfusion Service Laboratories; pharmaceutical and healthcare industries; forensic laboratories; sales and marketing in the healthcare field; education and research.

104 UCAS points

All Biosciences graduates in Biomedical Science are eligible for graduate membership of the Royal Society of Biology. This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Advanced Degree Accreditation by the Society recognises academic excellence in the biosciences, and highlights degrees that educate the research and development leaders and innovators of the future. The Advanced Accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from the programme meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including gaining a substantial period of research experience.