Biomedical Sciences
London South Bank University
UCAS Code: C500 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
to include Biology and a second STEM subject
Access to HE Diploma
including 12 credits in Science related subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
to include a Biology profile
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About this course
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This is a unique and innovative multifaceted programme designed for students wishing to pursue careers in laboratory-based biomedical research, and pharmaceutical industry, as well as for students wishing to study medicine after graduation. The course is designed to equip you with the skills required for these career choices.
According to Prospects, more than 50% of biomedical science graduates were employed in the UK within 6 months of graduation, while most of the remaining chose to study further.
The programme is designed to offer students the opportunity to develop technical skills linked directly to relevant placements and real-world experiences. This approach will be further reinforced by an opportunity to spend a sandwich year in an industrial/NHS laboratory, thus improving your future job prospects. Key features of this course include its research-based teaching.
Modules
Year 1:
Biology of the cell,
Human anatomy and physiology,
Microbiology and Immunology,
Biochemistry,
Genetics and molecular biology,
Employability Skills in Biomedicine/Biosciences.
Year 2:
Human Haematology and Clinical immunology,
Bioinformatics and Skills for Biomedical Scientist ,
Cellular pathology and imaging,
Clinical biochemistry and blood transfusion,
In addition, you have an optional module,
Cancer biology and therapy,
Year 3:
Clinical OMICS and precision medicine,
Clinical and Public Health Microbiology,
Research Project in Biomedicine,
In addition, you will select two optional modules:
Clinical nutrition and the Microbiome,
Drug design and development,
Tuition fees
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The Uni
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
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