Biomedical Science (with Professional Practice Year) BSc (Hons)

Biomedical scientists play a crucial role in advancing our knowledge when it comes to diagnosing, preventing, and curing disease. This degree sets you up to make a significant contribution to scientific progression in the field through applied learning, practical experience and employment-focused skill development. You start with the foundation sciences that underpin much of modern medicine before exploring rapidly advancing areas such as biotechnology and vaccine development.<br/><br/><strong>Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement</strong><br/>• This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• On graduation, you can apply for NHS trainee biomedical scientist positions where you will develop your skills further to obtain the Health and Care Professions Council’s (HCPC) portfolio accreditation to register as a biomedical scientist who meets the industry’s strict requirements.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Facilities and Specialist Equipment</strong><br/>• Recently built STEM building with specialist labs, bespoke teaching spaces and group study hubs.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• High-spec cell culture lab and analytical science suite.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines alongside facilities for qPCR and protein purification, for cutting-edge biotech experiments.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Partnerships and Collaborations</strong><br/>• Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works with industry professionals across the pharma-biotech, health and food sectors, including Glaxo Smith Kline, Life Science Group and GrowPura. Our collaboration within the sector help you establish links and gain valuable work experience.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Your Student Experience</strong><br/>• Our focus on real-world applications and practical-based learning prepares you for fulfilling employment in this specialist field. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from our research-active academics, highly qualified individuals contributing to progress in sectors such as cancer pathways and medicine development. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Expand your career prospects by developing widely transferable workplace skills, from statistical techniques and scientific communication to independent research and critical thinking. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Get involved in interactive masterclasses and workshops from leading experts including Rothamsted Research; Glaxo Smith Kline; MSD Merck; and the UK Health Security Agency. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain additional lab-work experience via the Student Skills Lab scheme where you can try out techniques for real-world applications, under the guidance of recent graduates. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Take part in field trips to prominent industry and R&D settings. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build your network of professional contacts at our annual STEM Careers Expo. <br/><br/><br/><br/>Keep up to date with the latest developments in the field thanks to our strong links to industry partners.