Course description
BSc Biomedical Science
Programme
Year 1 Core
-Biochemistry & Molecular Biology: Biochemical Reactions & Metabolism
-Biochemistry & Molecular Biology: Cell Biology & Genetics
-Biochemistry & Molecular Biology: Chemistry of the Cell
-From Cells to Systems
-Fundamentals of Pharmacology
-Practice of Biomedical Science
-Physiological Systems
Year 2
A minimum of 90 and a maximum of 120 credits should be taken in the second year from Level 5 modules. Up to 30 credits can be made up of modules offered from outside the School; biotechnology, the sociology and psychology of healthcare. Students take either a broad-based Biomedical Science degree or specialise eg in neuroscience, developmental science, molecular biology, immunology. Some convert their degree at the end of year one or year two to a BSc degree in Human Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry or Pharmacology.
Year 3
As in year two, there is a wide range of optional modules to choose from, up to 120 credits in value. 90 credits must be taken in Level 6 modules. Some of these modules require Level 5 prerequisites taken in year two. Year three can also include up to 30 credits from modules offered outside the School. An optional research project module worth a maximum of 45 credits can be taken in the final year in preparation for postgraduate study.