Program Overview

Introduction to Medical Sciences

The Medical Sciences program at Bangor University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind medicine. This program focuses on human physiology and anatomy, clinical diagnostics, infectious disease, and therapeutics, from molecular defects to gross anatomical changes.

Program Structure

The program is structured over three years, with optional additional years for international experience or placement. The first year provides a foundation in core scientific principles and disciplines, including Good Laboratory Practice, essential laboratory techniques, and data analysis. Students also explore human physiology and anatomy, cell biology, and chemistry and biochemistry.

Core Modules

• Foundations in Therapeutics
• Applied Laboratory Science
• Human Physiology and Anatomy
• Key Skills in Medical Science
• Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Cell Biology

Optional Modules

• Short-term Work Placement
• Work Placement Year

Year 2 Modules

• Professional Practice
• Clinical Physiology
• Clinical Anatomy
• Principles of Pharmacology
• Infectious Science
• Applied Clinical Technologies

Year 3 Modules

• Medical Pharmacology and Pharmacogenomics
• Clinical Case Studies
• Applied Anatomy
• Research Project
• Applied Infectious Science

Assessment Methods

• Examinations
• Practical Assessment
• Group Work
• Presentations
• Report Writing
• Project Proposal
• Dissertation

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Medical Sciences program can pursue a variety of careers, including:

• Biotechnologist
• Clinical research associate
• Clinical scientist
• Consultant
• Doctor
• Forensic scientist
• Lab technician
• Lecturer
• Medical chemist
• Medical sales representative
• Medical writer
• Microbiologist
• Pharmaceutical marketing manager
• Physician associate
• Physiotherapist
• Research scientist
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Toxicologist
• Veterinarian

Entry Requirements

• GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Language, Maths, and Science
• A Levels: To include Biology and at least one other science
• BTEC National Extended Diploma: DDM - DDD
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass required
• Access: Pass required in Science or Bioscience diplomas

Tuition Fees

• UK and Ireland: Ł9,790 (full-time), Ł1,958 (placement year), Ł1,468 (international experience year)
• International: Ł21,000 (full-time)

Additional Costs

• Books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery, and related materials
• Specialist clothing
• Travel to placements
• Optional field trips
• Software
• Graduation ceremony expenses (gown hire, guest tickets)