8Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary:
- Develop the skills and knowledge required to become an accredited biomedical scientist.
- Apply the latest research and advances in technology to understanding, diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Undertake a research project in an area of your choice.
- Take the opportunity to apply for a year long placement where you will apply your knowledge and skills to a working situation.
- Transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research intensive study working alongside our internationally recognised researchers.
- lectures and seminars (including specialist lectures from industry professionals)
- interactive workshops
- practical laboratory work
- project work
- supported work placements (optional)
- small group academic tutorials
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Bioanalytical Methods Cellular Biology And Biochemistry With Microbiology Humans: Genes, Anatomy And Physiology Introduction To Biomedical Science Professional And Scientific Practice 1: Labs Professional And Scientific Practice 1: Skills Year 2 - Compulsory modules Biomedical Investigations Genes To Proteins, Biochemistry In Action Immunology And Microbiology Pathological Basis Of Disease Professional And Scientific Practice 2 Year 3 - Compulsory modules Professional And Scientific Practice 3 Final year - Compulsory modules Blood Sciences Cellular Pathology And Infection Research Project Elective modules Applied Biochemistry Bioethics And Bioinformatics Bioethics And Human Genetics Bioinformatics And Human Genetics Neurobiology Pharmacology
Assessment method
Coursework Exams Practicals
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Biomedical Science, Institute of
- Health and Care Professions Council
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 and over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/biosciences-and-chemistry/bsc-honours-biomedical-science/full-time/
Additional entry requirements
Other
We strongly recommend that you tell us about any long term health conditions or disabilities you may have. This is so we can assess whether we can deliver the course in such a way that you can meet the course requirements and take part without disadvantage. You can contact our University student support staff on 0114 225 3964 (voice and Minicom) and explore any issues you may have.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. |
If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/biosciences-and-chemistry/bsc-honours-biomedical-science/full-time/
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/biosciences-and-chemistry/bsc-honours-biomedical-science/full-time/
Unistats information
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
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 |
| EU | £15860 | Year 1 |
| International | £15860 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 are £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Our tuition fees for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £15,860 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,500-£2000.
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB