BSc (Hons) Medical Science

During this course, you will gain knowledge and practical experience of the important disciplines of a pathology laboratory and be exposed to current research underpinning our knowledge of disease and its progression.

Course overview

Biomedical and Clinical Scientists are essential to modern healthcare, and aid in diagnosis of disease, evaluate effectiveness of treatment, and carry out research into the causes and potential cures for diseases. During this course, you will gain knowledge and practical experience of the disciplines of a pathology laboratory, together with other professions allied to medicine. This will help to widen your career options when you graduate. The course is research informed and you will have access to the latest developments in the field together with expert input from health professionals in the local area.

Why study this course with us?

Clinical Scientists are essential members of the modern healthcare team, and in collaboration with doctors and other medical professionals, aid in diagnosis of disease, evaluate effectiveness of treatment, and research into causes and cures of diseases. During this course you will gain an understanding of human health and the causes, prevention and treatment of disease. You will develop fundamental scientific and experimental skills, preparing you for a career as a practical scientist in biomedical research and practice. The curriculum is focused across a broad range of topics, including human genetics and genomics, physiology, cancer biology, pathology, anatomy, immunology, molecular and cellular biology and biochemistry.

This course is for you if you:

• have an interest in how we diagnose disease
• wish to study the genetic and cellular basis for disease
• want to understand how we can treat disease
• want to understand the principles of drug design.

During this course, you will study the effect of environment and genes on our health in the birthplace of Charles Darwin and be a part of the exciting developments in the future of healthcare.

Teaching methods

Course delivery is via a mixture of lectures, tutorials, practical laboratory sessions and seminars. Great emphasis is placed on time spent in the laboratory learning practical skills which will enhance your career options on graduation.

Assessment

The assessment package includes examination and coursework. The proportion will vary between modules, and the coursework may comprise a written report, case study, literature review, poster or oral presentation. The dissertation is an 8,000-word literature review.

Job prospects

As a life-sciences graduate, you may be sought after by life science and pharmaceutical companies, and the NHS. Should you want to continue your studies.