Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Sciences

Program Overview

Metropolitan College's BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences program combines theory, practical training, and clinical experience to equip students with the skills for disease diagnosis and treatment. The four-year program offers a unique blend of Greek and English instruction, ensuring international recognition and career opportunities in healthcare, research, and education. Students gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories and complete a one-year clinical placement, preparing them for successful careers in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences program at Metropolitan College is a four-year, Bachelor of Science degree offered in Greek and English. It combines theory with practical and clinical training. The primary objective is to educate students in the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of various diseases. The program covers all basic health sciences and offers extensive laboratory training in the required diagnostic laboratory techniques. Students learn techniques of Molecular Biology and Genetics and their medical applications, with an emphasis on the molecular etiology of diseases and their diagnosis using specialized methods. Between the 2nd and 3rd years, students complete a one-year placement in certified clinical settings to gain experience in a professional clinical environment. Graduates can apply for professional qualifications in the European Union through the UK's Health Professions Council (HPC) or the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS). The program is the first and only British University Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences offered in Greece with certification from the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). It's also the only college with graduates registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Graduates can enroll in the second year of medical studies at universities abroad.

Outline:

The program is structured across four years.

• Year 1: Special Skills of Health Professionals, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Principles of Microbiology.
• Year 2: Human Disease and Clinical Practice, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Infection and Immunity, Cellular Biochemistry, Hematology and Transfusion, Development of Research and Professional Skills.
• Year 3: One-year practical placement in certified clinical settings.

Teaching:

The program uses a combination of theoretical and practical teaching methods. A significant portion of the teaching involves hands-on experience in well-equipped, privately owned Biomedical Sciences laboratories. The text mentions numerous hours of teaching in these labs.

Careers:

Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program are equipped to pursue successful careers in various settings, including: hospital or diagnostic center laboratories, scientific research, pharmaceutical companies, and private education.

Other:

The program is recognized for its professional qualifications, according to existing regulations as defined by current legislation and the Ministry of Education. The Metropolitan College highlights its involvement in various events related to Biomedical Sciences, including conferences and symposia. Examples include participation in the 1st North Greek Conference and the 1st Mediterranean Symposium of Biomedical Sciences, the 3rd International Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Conference, and actions supporting prisoners in the Larissa Penitentiary. There are also mentions of seminars on hippotherapy and demonstrations of the RT-PCR molecular method. The college also organizes voluntary blood donation days.