BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

Program Overview

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Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

Overview

The Biomedical Science with Foundation Year program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biological and chemical principles, preparing them for advanced study in biomedical science. The program includes a foundation year, which aims to build foundational knowledge and understanding of the biological and chemical principles that underpin the biomedicine field.

Course Details

Foundation Year

The foundation year is designed to increase students' knowledge and understanding of human and natural sciences, taking into account the integrated and multidisciplinary nature of biomedical science. The year includes modules such as:

• Biological Principles
• Chemical Principles
• Scientific Methods
• Professional Communications
• Data Handling
• Science for Health

BSc Degree

The BSc degree includes modules such as:

• Genetics
• Molecules to Microbes
• Human Anatomy
• Biomedical Skills
• Professional Practice
• Cell Biology

Year Two

• Clinical and Molecular Genetics
• Medical Biochemistry
• Haematology and Transfusion
• Pathophysiology
• Translational Research Skills
• Human Physiology

Year Three

• Medical and Public Health Microbiology
• Cell Pathology
• Applied Biomedical Science
• Clinical Immunology
• Research Project

Course Accreditations

The program is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Employment and Stats

• Employment: With growing interest in biomedical science, new research and work opportunities will arise worldwide.
• Further Study: Many graduates have progressed to work in a wide range of careers, including medical research, roles in the NHS, teaching, management, and postgraduate study.

Requirements

• International applicants: This course is not suitable for international students.
• Applicant profiles: We are looking for students who have a clear desire to become a biomedical scientist and who are motivated enough to undertake the degree and associated portfolio work.
• English language requirements: All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements.

Tuition Fees

• Full-time home: £8,505 for Foundation Year and £9,535 for subsequent years.
• Part-time: Part-time fees will be calculated on a pro rata basis.

Additional Costs

You should also consider further costs, which may include books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.

Enrolment Dates

September 2025

Student Information

Terms and conditions apply.

UCAS Information

Course ID: B950 Institution: S03

How to Apply

Please visit our website for more information on how to apply.

Related Courses

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
• BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases
• BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year

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Facilities

As a biomedicine student, you will be based in our advanced, integrated teaching laboratory known as the Bodmer Lab.

Industry Collaboration and Research

Many of our academics and technicians who support your course also deliver collaborative, interdisciplinary, high-impact work in a range of bioscience issues and challenges.

What You Will Be Doing

• 40% Coursework
• 60% Examination
• Teaching: You will learn through a combination of lectures, laboratory classes, small group tutorials, research projects, and guided reading.
• Assessment: Assessment throughout is by a combination of coursework and examination, with coursework accounting for around one-third of the marks in years one and two and up to a half of your marks in year three.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

• The program offers a foundation year pathway for those who want to study the full honours degree but don't meet the direct entry requirements.
• Successful completion of the Foundation Year allows progression to the full BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science degree course.
• The program aims to provide students with the knowledge, practical skills, and analytical abilities to confidently and effectively progress to study biomedical science at the degree level.
• The program integrates an industry-focused approach to learning, including visits to local pathology laboratories and contributions from external NHS specialists and biomedical scientists.

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Objectives:

• Prepare students for advanced study in biomedicine.
• Equip students with essential laboratory skills for future careers as biomedical scientists or in medical laboratory research.
• Develop student collaboration skills through group laboratory projects.
• Foster student ability to apply scientific techniques in future biomedicine careers.

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Outline:

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Foundation Year:

• Focuses on building foundational knowledge and understanding of biological and chemical principles underpinning biomedicine.
• Includes modules on biological principles, chemical principles, scientific methods, professional communications, data handling, and science for health.

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Year 1:

• Covers topics like genetics, molecules to microbes, human anatomy, biomedical skills, professional practice, and cell biology.
• Includes a mix of lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and online learning resources.

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Year 2:

• Focuses on clinical and molecular genetics, medical biochemistry, haematology and transfusion, pathophysiology, translational research skills, and human physiology.
• Continues to blend lectures with hands-on laboratory sessions.

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Year 3:

• Explores modules like medical and public health microbiology, cell pathology, applied biomedical science, clinical immunology, and a research project.
• Offers research project options like "Cancer: Bench to Bedside" and "Human Genetics."
• Choice of additional options including "Advances in Pathophysiology" and "Biochemistry of Drugs and Disease."
• Involves substantial independent research and culminates in a research presentation and dissertation.

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Assessment:

• Assessment methods include coursework (40%) and exams (60%).
• Coursework includes laboratory reports, essays, data analysis tasks, presentations, and the research project.

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Teaching:

• Learning methods include lectures, laboratory classes, small group tutorials, research projects, guided reading, and independent study.
• Research-active academic staff and technicians contribute to the teaching and research environment.

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Careers:

• Graduates pursue careers as biomedical scientists, microbiologists, forensic scientists, biotechnologists, and medical research scientists, among others.
• IBMS course accreditation enhances graduate employment opportunities as biomedical scientists.
• Graduates may choose postgraduate studies in related fields like medicine or dentistry.

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Other:

• The program emphasizes developing students' laboratory skills and integrating modern research methods and procedures for biomedical practice.
• Students have access to the advanced Bodmer Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility with cutting-edge technologies.
• The program fosters collaboration with industry and research, allowing students to contribute to real-world challenges and advancements in bioscience fields.