Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons)

Course summary

OverviewWhy study biomedical science with us?Led by a team of dedicated researchers, you'll delve into real-life clinical challenges, mastering cutting-edge techniques from DNA analysis to tissue identification. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, our fast-paced program offers hands-on experience and opens doors to a successful career. In London, you'll access the next-generation scientific equipment and be part of current on-campus research in biomarkers, cancer treatment, and infectious disease testing. What will you learn?This course offers a practical curriculum, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a clinical laboratory setting. Using real-life clinical laboratory challenges, you’ll develop your specialist knowledge and learn everything from microscopy and blood typing to DNA analysis, tissue identification and everything in between. Beyond gaining in-depth knowledge, you'll also develop scientific, intellectual, and practical skills, preparing you to plan and conduct laboratory investigations in biomedical science. These qualities are vital for professional situations requiring responsibility and professionalism.How do we support your career development?You will have the option to take a placement year as part of your studies as well as a Personal Tutor and Student Learning and Graduate Academic Assistants to offer personalized support. Accredited by IBMS, our program ensures you graduate with a professional qualification, enhancing your employability. Enjoy fantastic employment prospects with opportunities in laboratories, the NHS, public health, veterinary, pharmaceutical, and forensic fields. Benefit from a Natural Sciences Academic Society, exploring diverse opportunities. Introducing our new Learning FrameworkAfter working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/

For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/biomedical-science