Program Overview

Program Overview

The BSc Hons Biomedical Science (International Medical University) is a degree program designed for students from International Medical University. This program allows students to join Strathclyde in year three and graduate with an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences after two years.

Key Facts

• Accreditation: Institute of Biomedical Science and Royal Society of Biology
• Scholarship: 15% tuition fee scholarship from the university
• Eligibility: Available only to eligible students from International Medical University

Why this Course

A biomedical scientist is a scientist trained in biology, particularly in the context of medicine. These scientists work to gain knowledge on the main principles of how the human body works. They try to find new ways to cure or treat disease by developing advanced diagnostic tools or new therapeutic strategies.

What you'll Study

The course offers a broad understanding of all the biomedical sciences. Students will take specialist modules in the four biosciences disciplines, including:

• Biomedical Immunology
• Microbiology and Biochemistry
• Haematology and Immunodiagnostics
• Cell and Molecular Pathology Students will also learn about laboratory methods and ethics, data collection, and presentation.

Course Content

All modules are compulsory. The course content includes:

Year 3

• Being a Biomolecular Scientist 3
• Biomedical Biochemistry
• Fundamental Immunology
• Biomedical Microbiology
• Haematology, Immunohaematology, Immunodiagnostics

Year 4

• Being a Biomolecular Scientist 4
• Clinical Immunology
• Molecular & Cellular Pathology
• Clinical Biochemistry
• Clinical Microbiology

Entry Requirements

• Academic requirements: Successful completion of two years of study on the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.
• English language requirements: A minimum overall English language proficiency score of IELTS 6.0 (with no score below 5.5).

Fees & Funding

• Annual tuition fees: £27,800
• Additional costs: Class materials, laboratory coat, and safety glasses
• Scholarships: All students will receive a 15% tuition fee scholarship from the university

Careers

Biomedical Science is a dynamic profession with diverse career prospects in management, research, education, advanced roles, and specialised laboratory work. Biomedical scientists are employed in NHS and private sector laboratories, and they also work in organisations such as the National Blood Authority, Health Protection Agency, and Medical Research Council.

Learning & Teaching

Students will gain knowledge and understanding through lectures, practical classes, tutorials, and computer-aided learning. Assessment methods include written examinations, essays, clinical case studies, problem-solving, critical paper interpretation, presentations, and project reports.

Research Areas

The final year of the course includes an individual research project, where students can demonstrate their research skills, problem-solving, and research approach. The project can be in various areas, including laboratory-based research, data-based analysis research, educational research, critical analysis, science communication, and knowledge exchange.