BA English and Philosophy

The Biomedical Science MBiomedSci course, offered at the University of Sheffield, provides students with a profound understanding of medical biology. Over the four-year course duration, students will delve into the origins and mechanisms of diseases, the development of new treatments and therapies, and gain a deeper understanding of human biology. Course Content: The course content is thorough and equipped to provide a comprehensive understanding of medical biology. The first year serves as an introduction to molecular biology and genetics, covering the mechanisms of diseases. From the second year onwards, studies become more focused with modules like bioinformatics and medical microbiology. The third year involves immersion in lab-based research while the fourth year offers advanced studies in genomics, cancer biology, and stem cell biology.Key Modules: Key modules include genome integrity and genetic disorders, infectious disease, cell and cancer biology, bioinformatics, molecular genetics and biotechnology, medical microbiology, medical biochemistry, and genomics in medical research.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and practical requirements for the membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol) status.Future Careers: Graduates from this course have a range of career opportunities available to them. Some work in hospitals or in the public health sector, while others work in industrial or academic laboratories. There are also opportunities for further study for a PhD or for a career in medicine or dentistry.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.