BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the biological processes that underpin human health and disease. You will learn about the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern normal physiological function, as well as how these processes can go awry in disease. The course will cover topics such as biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, and immunology, and will provide you with a solid foundation for a career in the biomedical sciences. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas such as cancer biology, neurobiology, and biotechnology.

Additional Information

This course is designed to be flexible and adaptable to your needs, with a range of learning formats available including lectures, seminars, and practical classes. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including molecular biology labs and an electron microscope.

Unlock Your Potential at York St John University

York St John University is a specialist institution for the study of the biomedical sciences, with a strong focus on research and innovation. Our staff are experienced professionals in their field and have a passion for teaching and learning. You will benefit from our close links with industry and the opportunity to participate in practical placements and internships.

On this Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and Royal Society of Biology (RSB) accredited course you will investigate human biology and disease. You will study the biology of disease at a tissue, cellular and molecular level to understand its structure and biological processes. This will give you detailed knowledge of what causes disease and how it affects us. Throughout your degree you will study a variety of pathological diseases. As you progress, you will explore:

• Genetics

• Cellular pathology

• Clinical biochemistry

• Clinical immunology

• Haematology

• Medical microbiology

Our practical course gives you extensive laboratory experience. You will have lots of practical teaching sessions and can also access our laboratories in your own time. Academic and technical staff will supervise these sessions and support you as you learn. We also offer the opportunity for mentorships from students in their second year.

We have an extensive network with local NHS trusts and can help you find placements in the NHS. You can also choose a year long placement in an IBMS accredited laboratory. This extends the length of your course to 4 years and your award will become Biomedical Science (with Placement). During this placement you will complete the IBMS Registration Training Portfolio, and you will receive the IBMS Certificate of Competence which allows you to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.