Biomedical Science
Abertay University
UCAS Code: B901 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Abertay University
UCAS Code: B901 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
To include Biology or Human Biology at A Level and either Chemistry, Combined Science, Additional Science or Further Science or Double Science GCSE at C or better (A Level Medical Science in lieu of Biology SB) Entry into Year 2 with BBB to include Biology and Chemistry
HNC (BTEC)
Entry into Year 2 with HNC (BTEC) Applied Biology
HND (BTEC)
Entry into Year 3 with HND (BTEC) Applied Biology
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include Biology at S5 or H4 and Chemistry in Middle Year programme at 4 or better Entry into Year 2 with 34 Points to include Biology and Chemistry plus one other Higher
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
To include Biology and Irish Ordinary Chemistry at C or better
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry into Year 1 with one of the following:- Applied Science Applied Science (Forensic Science) Applied Science (Medical Science) Entry into Year 2 with DDD Applied Science (Medical Science)
Scottish Advanced Higher
For entry into Year 2 to include Biology and Chemistry
Scottish HNC
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:- Applied Sciences - Graded Unit C Bioscience - Graded Unit C
Scottish HND
Entry into Year 3 with an HND in once of the following:- Applied Biological Science - Graded Unit C Applied Bioscience - Graded Units CC Applied Science - Graded Unit C Biomedical Science - Graded Unit C Bioscience - Graded Unit C Entry into Year 2 with HND Applied Chemical Science - Graded Unit C
Scottish Higher
To include Biology or Human Biology at Higher C and Chemistry at National 5 C or better
T Level
Pass (C and above)
in Core Component. Healthcare Science Science
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About this course
Our Biomedical Science degree offers an exciting, fast-paced learning experience, giving you a deep understanding of the science behind human health and disease.
Biomedical scientists conduct scientific tests to help diagnose and treat diseases and are key to keeping us alive and healthy. You’ll learn how the human body responds to disease, and how to use your knowledge to help identify them. Your skills and qualifications as a biomedical scientist will be recognised across the UK and worldwide.
**Conduct vitally important scientific tests**
NHS Biomedical Scientists conduct vitally important scientific tests, which underpin the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. This cutting-edge scientific analysis contributes greatly to the clinical outcomes and recovery of patients.
Practical work and training in our £3.5m science labs features throughout the course. This is combined with rigorous study of the body in health and disease at all levels - body, organ, tissue, cellular and molecular.
Taught by academic experts and clinical professionals, this wide-ranging degree is accredited by the **Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)**.
Our biomedical science course has **consistently rated over 90% for Student Satisfaction** in the National Student Survey (NSS). And in the 2023 Guardian University Guide, it ranked **1st in Scotland for Teaching Satisfaction**.
**Choose Standard or Applied Biomedical Science**
Following a common pathway for two years, after that you’ll take either the Standard or the Applied programme route.
The Applied route includes an 18-week placement in one of our partner hospital laboratories and is particularly relevant if you want become a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.
While both degrees are accredited by the **Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)**, (essential if you want to work in the NHS), the Applied route is also approved by the **Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)**.
Many of our graduates take the biomedical scientist career path. This means after gaining a Specialist Skills Diploma, you could be become a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Ultimately this can lead to a role as a Specialised Consultant.
Modules
Year 1 core modules (subject to change over time) - FOR101 Foundations of Chemistry 1; LSC101 Biology 1: Biology Principles and Practice; LSC103 Professional Studies 1; FOR102 Foundations of Chemistry 2; LSC102 Human Physiology
You will also be required to select one elective from a number of options. For detailed module information please check our website.
Assessment methods
Learning is facilitated by a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and practicals. Enquiry-based learning (EBL) and problem-based learning (PBL) approaches are used at appropriate points in the curriculum. Assessment is by a combination of coursework assignments, class tests, presentations and examinations. Averaged across the 4 years of the programme, 22% of the assessment is by examination.
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