BSc Medical Science with Foundation

The BSc Medical Science with Foundation is a comprehensive course provided by the University of Reading. This course integrates two years of practical laboratory work with theory-based lectures to provide students with an in-depth understanding of medical science. The course provides a solid foundation in the scientific principles that underpin modern medicine, and prepares students for a range of careers in the medical and science sectors.Course Content: The program starts with a year of foundation studies designed to offer students the background they need in Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics to move onto the main degree course. The main degree course then covers a diverse range of topics, including Human Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Microbiology, Neuropharmacology, Immunology, Pathology, and Molecular Medicine. Lab work forms a significant part of the course, and students are also given the opportunity to undertake a research project.Key Modules: Some of the key modules within the program include Human Physiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Quantitative Chemical Analysis, Introduction to Human Anatomy, and Mathematical Techniques. The course also includes the optional modules like Introduction to Pharmacology, Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology, Nutrition and Metabolism among others.Future Careers: Graduates of the BSc Medical Science with Foundation course have a range of career options open to them. They could work in a variety of healthcare and bioscience roles, in both the public and private sectors. Careers may include laboratory-based roles, hospital work, roles within the pharmaceutical industry, or further study and academic research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.