Clinical Science BSc (Hons)

​​This course aims to provide an understanding of key topics in clinical science alongside the practical skills needed in modern clinical science labs, for example within the NHS. <br/><br/>In Year 1, you will focus on the core knowledge of basic biomedical science that underpins these areas, with increasing specialism in Years 2 and 3. <br/><br/>Specific subject aims include: ​<br/><br/><br/>- Clinical biochemistry and immunology – to build the knowledge and skills needed to work in a clinical lab or similar environment where routine clinical tests are run and interpreted <br/><br/><br/>- ​Medical Physics – to develop the knowledge and skills needed to interpret medical imaging findings including CT scans, X-rays, and MRI ​<br/><br/><br/>- Diagnostics – to understand how the nature of disease determines the key tests used in diagnosis, with particular emphasis on biomarkers ​<br/><br/><br/>In the final year, you will undertake a clinical research project that focuses on one of the areas from the course and is based either in the lab or on the analysis of clinical data. <br/><br/>This gives you the chance to work independently to produce work that contributes to our understanding of clinical science and provides an excellent grounding for those who wish to pursue a career in research.<br/><br/>​Careers after graduation may include working as a clinical scientist (subject to appropriate further, postgraduate study), clinical research as part of a clinical trials team, drug development within the pharmaceutical industry. <br/><br/>There are also excellent opportunities for further study including MSc Clinical Science, PhD studentships, and postgraduate entry to medical school.