BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course at The University of Plymouth gives students the opportunity to study life science in the human context. This professionally accredited course gives learners the chance to pursue an extensive range of careers in medical and scientific fields. Course Content: The course is designed to introduce learners to the complex mechanisms of the human body and how it fights diseases. It explores the biological sciences from the molecular level to that of the whole body. The program highlights how the body works and what happens when it malfunctions. The learning experience combines theory and practice with a focus on personal and transferable skills development. The program offers the flexibility to pursue personal interests and career ambitions.Key Modules: Key components include Cellular Pathology, Medical Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry, and Haematology. Further modules introduce Transfusion and Transplantation Science, Medical Genetics and Immunology. Also available are modules exploring research methods, critical thinking in biomedical science, and applied laboratory practice. Accreditations: The course has been accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).Future Careers: Graduates from this course can enter a diverse array of rewarding careers. Many go on to become biomedical scientists within the NHS. Others have pursued careers in research, teaching, sales, and management. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council on completion of the IBMS registration portfolio.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.