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Biomedical Sciences BSC Honours
Biomedical Sciences BSC Honours

Biomedical Sciences BSC Honours

  • ID:UOW440047
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirement

​English Requirement

If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.

 

Course Information

Biomedical science is concerned with the detailed study of the human body, both in health and disease, with emphasis on the diagnosis and understanding of disease states and the mechanisms involved.

In Year 1 you'll study the important fundamental sciences, including biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and human anatomy and physiology.

In Year 2 you'll develop your understanding of a wide range of disease processes, combined with the principles of laboratory procedures used to aid diagnosis and treatment.

Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement year in industry. Alternatively, you can undertake a period of study abroad at one of Westminster’s partner institutions.

In Year 3 you'll focus on the study of the complex nature of disease as it affects particular biological systems. You'll also study the laboratory procedures used in haematology, clinical immunology, cellular and molecular pathology, clinical biochemistry and medical microbiology, to diagnose and monitor disease. You'll also undertake a major research project, which will enable you to develop the skills you need for genuine scientific inquiry.

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Year 1

Subjects of study include:

Core Study Areas

  • Biochemistry
  • Cell Biology
  • Critical Skills for the Biomedical Sciences
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Human Physiology

Optional Study Areas

  • Application of Biological Sciences
  • Biological Chemistry
  • Botany
  • Fundamentals of Pharmachology
  • Principles of Nutrition

Credit Level 4

Year 2

Subjects of study include:

Core Study Areas

  • Applied Pathobiology
  • Infection and Immunity
  • Medical Genetics and Genomics
  • Metabolic biochemistry
  • Research Methods

Optional Study Areas

  • Bioinformatics
  • Human Parasitology
  • Medical Genetics in Practice
  • Medical Physiology
  • Molecular & Cellular Therapeutics

Credit Level 5

Year 3

Subjects of study include:

  • Cellular and Molecular Pathology
  • Clinical Immunology and Immunohaematology
  • Diagnostic Biochemistry and Haematology
  • Medical Microbiology in the Genomics Era
  • Research Project

Credit Level 6

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

With a growing global network of 3,000 employers, our Careers and Employability Service is here to support you to achieve your full potential.

Graduates from Biomedical Sciences are widely sought after by employers. Major employment areas include:

  • Clinical genetics laboratories
  • Clinical trials
  • Commerce (sales and marketing) related to healthcare and diagnostics products
  • Diagnostic pathology and clinical laboratories
  • Forensic laboratories
  • Government or charity-funded research laboratories
  • Medical devices and laboratory instrumentation industries
  • NHS Blood and Transplant laboratories
  • Private pathology laboratories
  • Public Health England
  • Regulatory affairs (drug registration and patents)
  • Research development for pharmaceuticals
  • Research laboratories in universities
  • Scientific writing and publishing
  • Teaching
  • Veterinary and agricultural laboratories

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year

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