Medical Science

Medical Science focuses on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare. Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field.

Why study BSc (Hons) Medical Science at BU?


• Focus on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare



• Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field



• As your degree progresses, choose to concentrate your learning on human health and disease or the role of psychology in medical science via the optional units offered



• Develop skills to evaluate scientific literature to understand how evidence-based decisions are made in medical sciences and apply these to conduct your final year research



• We have invested in new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities so that you will have the best possible learning environment for developing the necessary practical skills for a career in medical science and the various opportunities it brings



• You have the option to undertake a placement, allowing you to put your skills into practice ensuring that when you graduate, you'll be career ready.



Career opportunities

Your degree will be centred around developing the skills you need to work in professional practice, as well as equipping you with a variety of transferable skills that will give you a range of career options. We expect our graduates will find work in scientific, technical or research fields relating to their chosen pathway, for example: 


• Developing augmented reality to transform surgical procedures 



• Biopsychosocial - further research into the understanding of the human condition.  

If you'd like to study by sandy beaches, breathtaking countryside and sparkling blue sea, then there is no place like BU.

All degrees at BU are designed with employability in mind. Whether you're studying Finance, Physiotherapy, Film or Archaeology, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and incredible work-experience opportunities. Industry-standard equipment on campus includes genetic labs, a Sports Rehabilitation Suite, replica courtrooms and high-tech TV studios. Bournemouth University also offers the option to study abroad in the likes of Australia, India, France, China and South Africa.

Alongside a warm and welcoming student community, you'll find it easy to get settled in at BU's accommodation, with comfortable rooms, areas to socialise and budget-friendly options.

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