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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Lanarkshire Campus
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Study mode
Sandwich / Placement
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
OverviewUWS鈥檚 BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision. These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.You鈥檒l receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data analysis, before progressing to study advanced aspects of biomedical science. Key strengths of the programmes are the development of practical laboratory and research skills.Programme highlights鈥� These programmes are designed to prepare you for a career working at the forefront of modern healthcare, where you鈥檒l play a vital role in the effective diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and prevention of disease.鈥� These programmes have been developed in partnership with the National Health Service, with both programmes being accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and the Applied Biomedical Science programme also approved by the HCPC. Teaching includes expert tuition from NHS staff.鈥� A range of placement opportunities are available allowing you to apply your knowledge in a real-world laboratory setting.CareersUWS graduates are well qualified to enter a range of related medical professions including:鈥� NHS hospital laboratories鈥� Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service laboratories鈥� Health Protection Agency laboratories鈥� Research & development laboratories for the medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary and food sectors鈥� Primary and secondary teaching鈥� NursingGraduates can continue their studies to MSc and PhD level with some undertaking further study in related disciplines including pharmacy, medicine and dentistry.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : BCC
Including Biology or Human Biology.Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
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