BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

The Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree at Staffordshire University is a careerfocused program that is designed to prepare individuals to work in diagnostic and therapeutic laboratories, in roles that combine the application of medical, biological, and analytical knowledge. The program offers an excellent balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, and provides students with a deep understanding of the role of the biomedical scientist in the modern healthcare service. Course Content: The curriculum for this degree covers a broad range of subjects, such as physiology, immunology, bacteriology, virology, endocrinology, reproduction, cell biology, molecular genetics, pathology, and more. The course also includes professional practice placements in NHS diagnostic laboratories, giving students the opportunity to apply the theories they learned in realworld environments.Key Modules: Foundations in Biomedical Science Immunology and Hematology Diagnostic Microbiology Biomedical Genetics and Molecular ​Techniques Clinical Biochemistry and Cellular Pathology. Research Methods & Professional Practice Standards Human PathologyAccreditations: The Biomedical Science degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This means students graduate with a degree that is recognised by the profession and trusted by employers. Furthermore, students can apply for registration with the HCPC after completing a period of workbased training in an IBMSapproved laboratory.Future Careers: Graduates of this program can find careers as biomedical scientists in NHS laboratories, where routine and specialized testing is conducted to detect diseases and monitor the treatment of patients. Other potential career paths include roles in research laboratories (in the public or private sector), pharmaceuticals, healthcare science, forensics, and public health. A significant number of graduates also go on to postgraduate study in areas such as advanced pathology, audiology, clinical biochemistry, and microbiology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.