Biomedical scientists play a leading role in developing our knowledge of human illness. As a biomedical science student here at Solent, you’ll build a detailed understanding of the causes of human disease and how these diseases produce symptoms. You’ll also explore the way that disease can affect human cells, tissues, and the body as a whole.
Our expert teaching teams will help you to develop the skills required to succeed in biomedical science. You will be supported to develop practical and analytical skills, exploring the latest technologies and experimental treatments. Y...
Biomedical scientists play a leading role in developing our knowledge of human illness. As a biomedical science student here at Solent, you’ll build a detailed understanding of the causes of human disease and how these diseases produce symptoms. You’ll also explore the way that disease can affect human cells, tissues, and the body as a whole.<br/><br/>Our expert teaching teams will help you to develop the skills required to succeed in biomedical science. You will be supported to develop practical and analytical skills, exploring the latest technologies and experimental treatments. You’ll learn to undertake biomedical science research that can lead to the development of new diagnostic procedures or therapeutic intervention strategies. You’ll also look at the way that advances in technology can support the self-management of health.<br/><br/>Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to study in our bespoke laboratory facilities. These have been created specifically to support small groups of students as they build their portfolio of lab experience. Your competency will be developed through practical classes and reinforced by our virtual learning environment. Professional development and reflective practice assignments ensure that you are able to apply what you have learnt.<br/><br/>Employability sits at the heart of our teaching. An individual final year research project and work-related laboratory assignments mean that you’ll graduate feeling ready to take the next steps in your career. You will work with biomedical science practitioners and other professionals throughout all three years of the course.<br/><br/>As a graduate from an accredited biomedical science programme, you will have a strong foundation of scientific knowledge coupled with proven technical skills. This provides a starting point for a wide-range NHS, pharmaceutical or biotechnology careers.<br/><br/>Registering as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is required for many NHS careers. The IBMS Registration Training Portfolio must be completed in an IBMS accredited laboratory following graduation from Solent.<br/><br/>Learn from biomedical science practitioners and other visiting professionals throughout all three years of your course.<br/><br/>**What does this course lead to?**<br/>Graduates leave this course well prepared for a scientific career. What you learn will be relevant to a wide-range of NHS, pharmaceutical or biotechnology roles:<br/><br/>Biomedical scientist<br/>Forensic scientist<br/>Healthcare scientist<br/>Microbiologist<br/>Physician associate<br/>Laboratory technician<br/>Pharmaceutical technician<br/>Research scientist<br/>Toxicologist<br/><br/>**Who is this course for?**<br/>To be considered for this course you will usually need to have studied A Level chemistry or biology (or equivalent). Candidates should be passionate about scientific research and the study of disease.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
16/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
BS01
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelFrom a minimum of 2 A Levels UCAS Tariff112 128 From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Extended Diploma or OCR Extended Diploma , including Chemistry or Biology, or Applied Science qualifications. GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 is also required. For detailed information on accepted qualifications, please view our Course Entry Statement (https://www.solent.ac.uk/how-to-apply/documents/course-entry-requirement-statement.pdf) Solent University is a proud champion of widening participation. For further information about our contextual offer, please visit our website (https://www.solent.ac.uk/how-to-apply/what-next/contextual-offers) Access to HE DiplomaM:45 Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of Merit or 112 UCAS points. . International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 31 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM HNC (BTEC)P D Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)D*D* Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)DMM Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D* ASAccepted when studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaD*D* OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDMM Extended ProjectThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory DiplomaThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. HND (BTEC)P M Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation DiplomaThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary DiplomaThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateThis qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications. T LevelM Pass T Level Science with Merit grade. Unfortunately, no other T Level subjects are accepted for this course. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,125 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |