Course Content
Year 1
Year 1 provides students with the fundamental framework of biomedical science in human health.
- Block 1: Professional & Practical Skills
- Block 2: Chemistry & Biochemistry
- Block 3: Anatomy & Physiology
- Block 4: Microbiology
Year 2
Building on the topics from first year, in second year students start to appreciate the deeper complexities of biomedical science, exploring state-of-the-art research techniques and the role of biomedical science in diagnosis, preventing, and treating disease.
- Block 1: Genetics & Molecular Pathology
- Block 2: Emerging Techniques
- Block 3: Organ Systems Physiology
- Block 4: Human Health & Immunity
Optional Sandwich Placement Year
Students may apply for a supervised placement in a clinical, industry, or research laboratory, to gain valuable work experience, or (clinical labs only) to complete their IBMS training portfolio to become eligible for later HCPC registration.
Third Year
In third year, modules are designed in line with the clinical specialties of biomedical science laboratories, allowing students to combine and apply their knowledge with real-world relevance.
- Block 1: Research Projects
- Block 2: Blood Science
- Block 3: Infection & Immunity Sciences
- Block 4: Cell Sciences
