Course summary

Studying Biomedical Science gives you the foundational knowledge needed to perform clinical research and promote the health of both humans and animals. This Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) degree course explores key subject areas, including blood science, immunology, physiology and pathology. You’ll start the course alongside our other biological science students, building up your knowledge in medical pharmacology and microbiology and biochemistry. In your final year, you’ll explore some of the latest developments in biomedical science. Why Study Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield? A Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for a range of exciting careers or for further study. This course equips you with the ability to: • Prevent, screen, diagnose and treat chronic diseases. • Understand the science of major and emerging infectious diseases. • Perform statistical analysis, write, and conduct presentations as part of research. You’ll gain relevant real-world experience throughout this course. You’ll be taught by leading doctoral-level academics through lectures, seminars, and sessions, which will give you the chance to gain hands-on experience using modern, scientific instruments in our specialist biological sciences labs. Following your first two years in the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional supervised work placement year. During this placement year, you’ll: • Experience working in a real-world environment within the industry in the UK or internationally. • Explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your studies. • Network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for a future biomedical science career. This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in the biomedical science industry, as well as for future study. You’ll be able to work in healthcare, including diagnostics and clinical research, biotech industries, medical research, medical genetics, pharmaceuticals and more. Professional Bodies The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) for a period of five years, commencing September 2021 intake. Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.