BSc (Hons) Biomedicine

The BSc (Hons) Biomedicine course offered by Lancaster University is a comprehensive program that features an integrated foundation year and promotes the study of the human body, from genetic cell systems to the study of disease processes. The course aims to prepare students with a thorough knowledge of medical biology, coupled with the research skills required for a successful career in the field.Course Content: The course includes foundation modules in Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, and Genetics, with flexibility in choosing subject areas based on your interests. In the later years, students delve deeper into the theories and applications of Biomedicine, with modules introducing complex systems such as Nervous System Function, Molecular Oncology, to Communicable Diseases. The final year provides an opportunity to undertake an independent research project on a topic of your choice.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Human Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology and Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics.Accreditations: Although the course is not directly accredited by professional bodies, the transferable skills developed through the program set graduates up for a range of careers in the health sector, and serve as a platform for further study.Future Careers: Graduates of the Biomedicine course can undertake careers in a wide range of biomedical areas, including roles in research, academia, the pharmaceutical industry, and the health sector. The course also equips students to continue onto graduate studies in related bio-medical fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.