University of Bedfordshire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Biomedical scientists play a crucial role in advancing our knowledge when it comes to diagnosing, preventing, and curing disease. This degree sets you up to make a significant contribution to scientific progression in the field through applied learning, practical experience and employment-focused skill development. You start with the foundation sciences that underpin much of modern medicine before exploring rapidly advancing areas such as biotechnology and vaccine development. Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS).
- On graduation, you can apply for NHS trainee biomedical scientist positions where you will develop your skills further to obtain the Health and Care Professions Council’s (HCPC) portfolio accreditation to register as a biomedical scientist who meets the industry’s strict requirements.
- Recently built STEM building with specialist labs, bespoke teaching spaces and group study hubs.
- High-spec cell culture lab and analytical science suite.
- HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines alongside facilities for qPCR and protein purification, for cutting-edge biotech experiments.
- Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works with industry professionals across the pharma-biotech, health and food sectors, including Glaxo Smith Kline, Life Science Group and GrowPura. Our collaboration within the sector help you establish links and gain valuable work experience.
- Our focus on real-world applications and practical-based learning prepares you for fulfilling employment in this specialist field.
- Learn from our research-active academics, highly qualified individuals contributing to progress in sectors such as cancer pathways and medicine development.
- Expand your career prospects by developing widely transferable workplace skills, from statistical techniques and scientific communication to independent research and critical thinking.
- Get involved in interactive masterclasses and workshops from leading experts including Rothamsted Research; Glaxo Smith Kline; MSD Merck; and the UK Health Security Agency.
- Gain additional lab-work experience via the Student Skills Lab scheme where you can try out techniques for real-world applications, under the guidance of recent graduates.
- Take part in field trips to prominent industry and R&D settings.
- Build your network of professional contacts at our annual STEM Careers Expo.
Modules
Areas of study include:
- Chemistry and Molecular Genetics
- Essential Skills in Biosciences
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology and Biochemistry
- Human Metabolism and Genetics
- Medical Microbiology and Immunology
- Physiology, Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Skills and Cellular Pathology
- Applications of Immunology and Microbiology
- Biomedical Science Research Project
- Clinical Biochemistry and Biology of Disease
- Molecular Biology and Human Genetics
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Biomedical Science, Institute of
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- BC99
- Institution code:
- B22
- Campus name:
- Luton Campus
- Campus code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Mathematics GCSE grade 4 or grade C required.
Additional entry requirements
Other
Mathematics GCSE grade 4 or grade C required.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For information on the 2024 fees please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/
Provider information
University of Bedfordshire
Park Square
Luton
LU1 3JU