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Discover how biomedical scientists diagnose and treat diseases in our exciting and dynamic course, by getting hands-on in our specialist labs.
- Learn in a state-of-the-art 200-seat SuperLab at the heart of our Science Centre.
- Investigate and treat disease in our specialist tissue culture and microbiology laboratories.
- Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.
- Gain valuable employment experience with our placeme...
Discover how biomedical scientists diagnose and treat diseases in our exciting and dynamic course, by getting hands-on in our specialist labs.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn in a state-of-the-art 200-seat SuperLab at the heart of our Science Centre.<br/><br/><br/>- Investigate and treat disease in our specialist tissue culture and microbiology laboratories.<br/><br/><br/>- Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain valuable employment experience with our placement year and internship opportunities.<br/><br/><br/>- Study in Cambridge, a world-renowned centre for life sciences research and development.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain essential skills for a career in this field with our accredited degree.<br/><br/><br/>As a Biomedical Science student at ARU, you’ll learn about the human body at molecular, organ and systems levels, and how to investigate and treat disease.<br/><br/>Our passionate, highly-qualified lecturers will teach you the latest findings about conditions such as cancer, diabetes, antibiotic resistance and haemostasis.<br/><br/>Biomedical science is an exciting and dynamic subject, where research is constantly leading to breakthroughs and medical advances that have an impact on the health and wellbeing of society.<br/><br/>We’ll begin by studying general biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology and cellular and molecular biology. Then we turn our attention to modern diagnostic techniques, and learn about biomedical disciplines including haematology and transfusion science, clinical biochemistry, cellular pathology, medical genetics, medical microbiology and clinical immunology.<br/><br/>Youll study on our state-of-the-art Science Centre, in lecture theatres and laboratories, where you’ll have the opportunity to use specialist equipment.<br/><br/>In your final year, with support from a supervisor, you’ll carry out a research project and explore an area of biomedical science that’s of particular interest to you.<br/><br/>There’s also the option to take a placement year as part of this degree, and gain valuable work experience.<br/><br/>Youll also be able to join our student Biomedical Science society, which offers events, networking and social opportunities, careers guidance, academic support, and more.<br/><br/>Our three-year course in Cambridge is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, setting you up for a trainee position in an NHS laboratory as a Health and Care Professions Council-registered biomedical scientist.<br/><br/>Both our three-year and four-year (placement) courses in Cambridge are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. As well as preparing you for a career in biomedical science, they’ll equip you for further study in science or medicine.<br/><br/>There is an opportunity to apply for a transfer to Year 1 of our MBChB Medicine degree. Successful UCAS application and interview results in a conditional offer based on achievement of first-year Biomedical Science degree.<br/><br/>Similar courses you might study at our Cambridge campus are BSc (Hons) Forensic Science and BSc (Hons) Zoology. You could also choose to study BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences in Peterborough, where our brand new Science Lab has been purpose-built to support this course.<br/><br/>Going to university can offer you a series of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. As part of your course, you could study abroad with one of our short-term Global Experience programmes. Opportunities include summer schools and placements, lasting from one to four weeks and funded by ARU’s UK Turing Scheme grants.
At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.
Their courses are built around real-world experience and the skills employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England for graduates in professional jobs (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards and more.
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At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond. <br/><br/>Their courses are built around real-world experience and the skills employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England for graduates in professional jobs (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards and more. <br/><br/>Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Cambridge Campus
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B941
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Year 1
112
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Biology at A level or equivalent level.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
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