Program Overview

Introduction to the Biomedical Science MSci (Hons) Programme

The Biomedical Science MSci (Hons) programme is offered by the University of Surrey, with the University of Surrey serving as both the awarding body and teaching institute. This programme operates within the Framework of the Higher Education Qualifications Framework (FHEQ) at Level 7.

Final Award and Programme/Pathway Title

The final award for this programme is the MSci (Hons) Biomedical Science. Subsidiary awards include:

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
• Ord Biosciences
• DipHE Biosciences
• CertHE Biosciences

Professional Recognition

This programme is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Modes of Study

The programme is offered in two modes of study: | Route Code | Credits and ECTS Credits | | --- | --- | | Full-time | UCD31001, 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits | | Full-time with PTY | UCD31002, 600 credits and 300 ECTS credits |

Faculty and Department/School

The programme is administered by the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, specifically within the School of Biosciences.

Programme Leader

The programme leader is ARCHER Simon, from the Biosciences department.

Date of Production/Revision of Specification

The programme specification was produced or revised on 13/11/2025.

Educational Aims of the Programme

The educational aims of the programme are to:

• Further the student's knowledge of the fundamental principles of biomedical science and develop a deeper knowledge in specific areas.
• Provide a high-quality education in various aspects of biomedical science for students with diverse interests and career aspirations.
• Encourage the development of students' interest in biomedical science and help them acquire appropriate intellectual, scientific, technical, and key transferable/employability skills.
• Provide an in-depth research experience through authentic assessments and digital tools/analysis that reflect biomedical research by professional scientists.
• Facilitate the development of critical thinking skills in evaluating the scope and limitations of diagnostic tools in decision-making processes in clinical/Biomedical Science.

Programme Learning Outcomes

The programme learning outcomes are detailed in a table that outlines the attributes developed, awards, and references. These outcomes include understanding basic biological knowledge, ability to follow laboratory protocols, reporting biological processes, and more, across different levels of study (CertHE, BSc (Hons), DipHE, Ord).

Attributes Developed

The attributes developed through this programme are categorized as:

• C - Cognitive/analytical
• K - Subject knowledge
• T - Transferable skills
• P - Professional/Practical skills

Programme Structure

The programme structure includes:

Full-time

• Studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of 480 credits.
• Possible exit awards include Bachelor's Degree (Honours), Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary), Diploma of Higher Education, and Certificate of Higher Education.

Full-time with PTY

• Studied full-time over five academic years, consisting of 600 credits.
• Includes a Professional Training Year (PTY).
• Possible exit awards are the same as the full-time programme.

Modules

The programme details modules for each year of study, including:

• Year 1: Modules such as Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Cell Biology.
• Year 2: Modules including Molecular Biology and Genetics, Integration of Physiological Systems, and Medical Microbiology.
• Year 3: Modules such as Human Microbial Diseases, Clinical Immunology and Immunohaematology, and Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases.
• Year 4: Modules including Advanced Research Project, Molecular Medicine, and Cellular and Molecular Pathology.

Opportunities for Placements/Work-Related Learning/Collaborative Activity

Opportunities include Associate Tutor(s), Guest Speakers, Visiting Academics, and a Professional Training Year (PTY), but do not include placements or study exchanges.

Other Information

The University of Surrey's curriculum framework aims to develop graduates with strengths in Employability, Digital Capabilities, Global and Cultural Capabilities, Sustainability, and Resourcefulness and Resilience. This programme embeds these attributes through various means, including real-world skills acquisition, digital platform use, consideration of global health issues, and self-directed learning projects.

Quality Assurance

The programme adheres to the University's Regulations and Codes of Practice for taught programmes, which can be found on the University's website. The information provided is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change.