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Overview
Become a highly-skilled biomedical scientist
Biomedical Science is at the centre of modern science. Through this profession, you could identify outbreaks of diseases, uncover breakthroughs in medicine and determine the effectiveness of a patient’s treatment.
With this degree, you’ll be at the heart of all medical research and highly valued in the healthcare sector. If you see yourself as a problem solver, have a passion for science and a deep interest in how the body works, Biomedical Science could be the route for you.
Gain a solid understanding of how the human body works
On this highly practical degree course you will be equipped with the real-life skills that employers are looking for through a combination of high-quality classroom and laboratory skill classes.
You’ll learn about the latest technologies being applied in the biomedical science field to improve diagnoses and treatments in our new purpose-built laboratory facilities using specialist scientific equipment. In your final year you’ll carry out your own research project and look at how research can be applied to commercial settings.
Work alongside our practice-experienced staff
This course is delivered by experienced staff, including Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientists, who are highly regarded in their fields.
You’ll be taught by research-active academics and conduct research alongside our biomedical science experts as part of your degree. Our team will support you in achieving your learning goals and work with you in developing your study skills and ability.
Discover our supportive community
We pride ourselves on our community and the support we offer our students. Our smaller class sizes ensure that you will be known by a name and truly valued, as you feel the support of your personal tutor from the moment you join.
Study the core areas required for employment
- Cellular pathology
- Clinical biochemistry
- Clinical immunology
- Haematology
- Transfusion science
- Clinical genetics
- Medical microbiology
- Near-patient Testing (NPT)
- Point-of-care Testing (POCT)
- Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Modules
Level 4
- Laboratory Skills
- Cell Biology
- Physiological Systems
- Biochemistry & Genetics
- Microbiology
- Biomedical Skills
Level 5
- Cellular & Tissue Pathology
- Blood Sciences
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Molecular Genetics
- Clinical Microbiology
- Professional Biomedical Skills
Level 6
- Bioinformatics
- Pharmacology
- Integrated Pathobiology
- Research Project
- Bioentrepreneurship
Facilities
Experience brand new on-campus facilities that help you thrive
School of Nursing and Allied Health
The School of Nursing and Allied Health is based on the Bishop Otter campus, you will learn on campus within purpose-built laboratories and teaching rooms.
Entry Requirements
Typical Offer (individual offers may vary)
UCAS
A Levels
BTEC Extended Diploma
T Level
Access course
International Baccalaureate (IB)
IELTS
Contextual offers
We believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to pursue higher education, regardless of their background.
When we receive your application we consider your personal circumstances and the factors surrounding your achievements to see if you are eligible for a contextual offer. This is an offer with a reduced entry tariff – typically the equivalent of 16 fewer UCAS points (two A-level grades).
Find out more about our contextual offers.