Coventry University School of Life Sciences Brochure by Coventry University Recruitment and Admissions Office

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES

Coventry University

Ranked 13th in UK Guardian University Guide 2019

Welcome I am delighted to introduce you to the School of Life Sciences, based within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Coventry University. Research inspired and practice-led, our school and its staff are committed to providing you with a learning environment that has been specifically designed to engage, inform and excite you; setting you on a journey of life-changing learning and exploration. We want you to get the very best from your university experience, by providing a high-quality learning environment and state of the art facilities. Our staff are experts in their fields and will provide you with practical advice and support to find the career of your choice when you graduate. As a school, we share a passion for the biological basis of human health and disease, analysis of the chemical composition of materials and the evaluation and defence of forensic evidence against legal challenge. We also focus on the application of scientific principles to the way the body functions during sport and physical activity, prevention and treatment of injuries, food science, and nutrition and diet-related health issues. By being part of our school, you can expect to be offered a range of opportunities, whether you are looking to explore our latest research, global networks and partnerships, experiment with the latest technology in our laboratories, or secure practical work experience opportunities that will help you to become a leader of the future. The following pages provide you with an overview of everything our school and the faculty has to offer. I hope that you are able to join us on our exciting adventure.

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Ann Green Head of School

The contents of this brochure are correct at the time of going to press. The course information within it relates to the 2019/20 academic year. We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. Please visit www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry for up-to-date information on courses and other facilities and services described here before making any application or accepting any offer.

Inspires our students and partners to engage with and explore their passion for health and life: through high-quality teaching, practical application and simulation, research and enterprise. Working together, we make a difference to individuals, organisations and a global community.

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Learning through exploration

Our approach

Teaching excellence

Employability focus

A global outlook

Life-changing research

Sport and Exercise Science

Sports Therapy

Food and Nutrition

Nutrition and Health

20 Food Safety, Inspection and Control 21 Analytical Chemistry and Forensic Science 22

Biological and Forensic Sciences

23 Biomedical Science/ Applied Biomedical Science 24

Human Biosciences

25 Medical and Pharmacological Sciences 26

Next steps

GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2019 UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR FOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Awarded Gold for outstanding teaching and learning 2017.

Learning through exploration Our new flagship multi-million pound Alison Gingell Building is home to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities for microbiology, cell culture, molecular biology/genetics, biochemistry and forensic science as well as sport and exercise science simulation and the latest sports therapy equipment. We encourage you to be curious, challenge existing thinking and develop robust experiments to test your ideas. Using the excellent facilities and through discussing ideas with our staff you can develop new knowledge. Our learning through exploration approach enables you to discover the answers to questions and be active participants in your learning rather than passive recipients of knowledge. Set across five floors, the Alison Gingell Building complements our existing health and life sciences facilities with a range of specialist and practical facilities, social spaces, meeting and general teaching rooms. The building offers an excellent learning environment by bringing together all the essential practical and simulation equipment required by aspiring leaders and the next generation of health and life sciences professionals. Students from the School of Life Sciences work alongside health and behavioural sciences students as part of our wider faculty mission to combine technology, science, health and well-being together, collaborating to create life-changing ideas and expertise. In January, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge officially opened the building and saw for themselves the innovative teaching and simulation activities.

Many of our facilities are used by the local community. We are proud to work in partnership with local companies and organisations to develop joint initiatives that help us to be a university in the city, for the city. Ground floor – Features a mock ambulance, specialist laboratories for sport science, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, a running track for gait analysis and a sports therapy clinic. There are also dedicated research areas for physiology and sport science and an environmental chamber. 1st floor – Features a mock hospital operating theatre, hospital wards, midwifery suite, clinical skills rooms, consultation rooms, high dependency units and an orthotics laboratory. There are also two community houses to showcase assistive design and practice. 2nd floor – Features research laboratories for chemistry, molecular biology and microbiology, physiotherapy and sports therapy treatment practice rooms. 3rd floor – Features an analytical laboratory for forensic science, environment and geographical science. 4th floor – Our Lab+ has the capability to accommodate up to 270 students at once and features the latest audio visual learning aids which help us to make sure that we have consistency between classes and more opportunities for students to learn and explore together. Our laboratories are well equipped with the latest industrystandard equipment including facilities for microscopy, cell culture, haematology, DNA analysis, chemical analysis and forensic testing.

The state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building provides opportunities to interact, engage and collaborate, positioning us as a hub of scientific learning and exploration.

Our approach We share a passion for exploring and understanding the science of life and inspiring others to do the same. Our staff are committed to providing you with a learning environment that supports you on a journey of life-changing learning and exploration.

Our community and industry partners are already using the Alison Gingell Building, which in turn creates further opportunities for our students to take on placements and work on real-world research programmes throughout their time at university.

We want our students to be able to make a positive impact in the world, whether through improving the safety or nutritional quality of the food we eat through developments in food science or assisting individuals to become healthier through exercise or nutrition. By exploring how forensic evidence impacts on criminal cases our students contribute to the delivery of a fair process through the criminal justice system.

By encouraging learning through exploration, we ensure that our students and academics have every possible opportunity to connect with the local community and industry, whilst working together to challenge each other to become pioneers in our chosen fields.

There is a growing demand for highly skilled life sciences graduates with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams across industry – in the health service, government establishments, research and educational institutions. The role of sport, exercise and therapy sciences in society has also shifted significantly over the past ten years. It is not only an area that we consider for top class athletes, we explore how science informs and underpins everyday life, helping people to live healthier and more fulfilled lives. The investment in our state of the art Alison Gingell Building provides opportunities to interact, engage and collaborate, positioning us as a hub of scientific learning and exploration. The building – which houses professional-standard science laboratories and equipment, Olympic-grade fitness and sports research areas and a sports therapy clinic – has been purposefully designed to make it easier for students to interact with other disciplines. These state-of-the-art facilities will prepare our students to work in a simulated professional, industrial environment from the day they join us.

In addition to making an impact on the health and lives of people across the globe we are also conscious of the impact of our activities on the environment. We are proud that in the 2017 People and Planet University League, which ranks universities on their environmental and ethical performance, Coventry University was in the highest ‘First Class’ category.

We share a passion for exploring and understanding the science of life and inspiring others to do the same.

Teaching excellence We know the difference good teaching can make to your time at university. A great experience can make you happier, help you to learn more and contribute to giving you an edge when it comes to getting a job. That’s why we’re proud of our teaching achievements, including being awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) the government’s first major assessment of teaching quality in universities. We’ve also been awarded 5 stars for our teaching excellence (QS stars 2016) and are ranked in the top 12 for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018).

Professionally accredited The majority of courses within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences are formally recognised by professional accrediting bodies including the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), The Society of Sports Therapists (SST) and The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). Accredited courses are reviewed and tested by the approved professional bodies to ensure they reach a set standard. We are very proud of our accreditations because they help us to ensure that our students graduate with high levels of professional expertise and recognition.

The School of Life Sciences is nationally and internationally recognised for its high standards of teaching and research. Our staff and students work hard with the aim of ensuring that upon graduation, our students are: • C onfident, capable and resilient following a transformative university experience • Industry-ready with relevant knowledge, skills and understanding to secure a job • Community-minded and ready to make a difference in our society • Work-prepared with professional skills in decision-making and teamwork • Worldly-wise with a global outlook and cultural awareness. Research inspired Our undergraduate teaching is heavily influenced by our research, with research-active academics teaching across the School on a regular basis. This means that you will have access to the most up-to-date thinking in life sciences disciplines. You may also have the chance to collaborate with staff on research projects. Laboratory work is a substantial component of many of our courses, mirroring the research techniques used in professional and academic practice. In our brand new, well-equipped laboratories, you will have the opportunity to learn a wide range of scientific techniques, developing the key experimental, data handling and reporting skills required for a career in science. In your final year, you may also have the opportunity to collaborate with our staff on a research project. In the past, such projects have led to students winning prizes at the Forensic Institute Research Network (FIRN) Midlands regional conference, attending the international Forensic Research and Teaching (FORREST) conference and publishing articles in academic journals.

Preparing you for the real world Our courses provide real-life experience through industry engagement, work experience, ‘live’ projects, actual case studies and simulation. You will also have the opportunity to gain handson experience of a wide range of experimental techniques – for example using the latest laboratory and research equipment in biomedical sciences, or using extraction and purification to analyse the composition of meals in food science, through to gait analysis in sports therapy. Our specialist employment and placement advisors will help you to find professional placements and internships in the UK or abroad, as well as supporting your transition into employment. Well-rounded skills Our life sciences courses focus on developing your professional knowledge and skills, including scientific communication (written and oral), study skills, research methods, information retrieval, IT, data processing and presentation. You can also expect course level career advice and Personal Development Planning (PDP) from your tutor. Our courses also incorporate the latest technology, whether you’re analysing electromyography (EMG) activity of muscles or profiling DNA from blood samples. In addition, the faculty’s Centre for Excellence in Learning Enhancement (CELE) and our team of Learning Technologists work across all our courses to apply innovative learning methods into each course.

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2nd in UK for Teaching Excellence (TEF) Times Higher Education metrics ranking 2017

Coventry University was awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) - the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first major assessment of teaching quality in universities.

Employability focus Working in partnership with professional bodies, employers and the life sciences sector generally, is vitally important to the School of Life Sciences. We are well connected, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally so that we can provide you with the best possible opportunities.

Exercise Sciences (BASES). They have worked across the life sciences sector both in the UK and abroad. Many tutors have held senior positions as managers or in advisory capacities, informing on legislation, policy, governance and practice developments. This means that you can expect specialist and expert knowledge of both national and international practice.

Placements and employment The school provides a dedicated support unit to develop and guide you in obtaining relevant work experience, industrial placements, internships and volunteering experiences to enhance your employability skills and attributes. The team provides 1-2-1 advice and workshops. They also liaise with a wide range of employers on your behalf to help you to successfully secure a placement, graduate employment or further study.

For example, staff who work on our food and nutrition related courses have experience of research in food chemistry/ biochemistry, food science and technology, analytical and instrumental analysis, food microbiology and gut microbiota, food quality, assurance and safety inspection, nutrition and dietetics, coeliac disease and the gluten-free diet, probiotics and immune function, medication and dietary adherence, and Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease.

Industry links

Getting involved

The school has close relationships with employers across all industries, for example, the NHS, professional sports teams and athletes across the West Midlands, Key Forensic Services Ltd, Nemaura Pharmaceuticals Ltd, West Midlands Police and the food industry.

One way to enrich your student experience is to join one of the many student societies and clubs, often run by students themselves. Subject-specific societies, which organise social and professional activities, provide an ideal opportunity to interact with students with similar interests and career aspirations.

In addition, many of our staff have extensive professional experience as accredited Biomedical Scientists, Chartered Chemists or Biologists, Sports Therapists and Nutritionists and are professional members of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Society of Sports Therapists (SST) and British Association of Sport and

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97% employed or in further study DLHE survey, UG UK, 2016/17 (published 2018)

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A global outlook Opportunities to travel are a real perk of choosing Coventry University. You can expect unforgettable life experiences, and start to stand out from the crowd of other graduates. With trips abroad, language classes and a Global Leaders Programme at your feet, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no telling where you might end up as a Coventry University student. There is also the opportunity to work internationally without having to leave the UK through Online International Learning (OIL) projects. These partnerships, developed with institutions in a wide range of countries including India, Canada, Ethiopia and Finland, allow collaboration between students internationally to share ideas, discuss course specific issues, explore cultural differences around your subject area and encourage an intercultural dialog. Our courses provide you with the opportunity of studying abroad or taking a professional placement year within or outside the UK. We run a number of subsidised field trips, with destinations in previous years including Poland, Germany, Tokyo, San Francisco, South Africa, Amsterdam and Sri Lanka (additional costs may apply). An international experience develops independence, a global outlook and an openness to new ideas and experiences, all of which are valuable graduate attributes.

Go Abroad scheme We strongly believe in offering all students the opportunity to go abroad, and there is funding available to support you if you decide to take this challenge. Open to all Coventry University students, our Go Abroad schemes offer multiple opportunities to gain international experience and acquire knowledge, attitudes and skills to become globally-agile citizens and globally employable graduates. Each year, many students spend between 3 and 12 months abroad studying, working, volunteering or travelling. For more information visit www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry/ centre-for-global-engagement/go-abroad Global Leaders Programme (GLP) This exciting, members-only programme* develops industry leaders of the future. Expand your global skills in our specialist workshops, experience new cultures and different countries, and meet global leaders at networking events from the likes of Google, Microsoft and Facebook. The cost in the 2018 academic year is ÂŁ300 for the full three year programme. www.coventry.ac.uk/globalready *Fees apply

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1st for overseas student experiences Based on the number of student trips abroad - HESA 2016/17 UK

The international experience can help you to contextualise your learning and enable you to compare and contrast different approaches to your subject area.

Life-changing research The School of Life Sciences is nationally and internationally recognised for research that contributes to the real world. Our teaching is heavily influenced by our research, with research-active academics teaching across the faculty on a regular basis. You may also have the opportunity to work with staff on research projects. For example, former students have analysed different extraction methods of rosemary to extract maximum levels of antioxidants, created new flavours for testing with tofu and examined the texture and taste of freshly made bread. High-quality, applied research lies at the heart of everything we do; we are committed to making a substantial contribution to some of today’s most challenging issues, through our dedicated research centres. Research themes include: • • • • • • • •

Whole-life span approaches from pre-natal to older adult Psychological and behaviour interventions Pharmaceuticals Biochemical innovations Sports and exercise Health economics Social policy Disease prevention and innovative use of technology.

Centre for Advances in Behavioural Science (CABS) The mission of CABS is to advance theory and practice through behavioural science research to address real-world problems. CABS works with individuals and communities to understand societal needs and develop solutions that impact lives and help to build healthy and resilient communities. This is achieved through conducting interdisciplinary behavioural science research that is innovative, rigorous, original and globally significant. Centre for Innovative Research Across the Life Course (CIRAL) Our research is multidisciplinary which impacts on policy, clinical and social care decision making and practice, and individual and community health and wellbeing, tackling the grand challenges society faces today and in the future. A core approach to health and wellbeing promotion lies in our beliefs – to improve the lives, health and wellbeing of young children, adults and their families. Our mission is to understand and optimise the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities and society through conducting innovative, rigorous, and original and globally significant, interdisciplinary research with children, adults, families, and organisations across health and social care sectors. Centre for Sport, Exercise and Life Sciences (CSELS) Research within the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Life Sciences (CSELS) reflects a broad strength of sport, exercise and biological associated sciences to understand life from the level of molecules through to the whole body. The Centre has considerable expertise including areas such as cell biology, genomic and molecular biology, biochemistry, nutrition and food science, safety pharmacology, physiology, physical activity and sport performance.

Researcher profile Professor Mike Duncan is a BASES accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist with research interests in the field of children, physical activity, exercise and obesity and has published over 150 publications. He is a member of the European College of Sports Science, American College of Sports Medicine, United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association and a Fellow of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Mike has experience in working with elite athletes in prescribing exercise programmes and evaluating performance. He has also worked extensively with community groups on topics such as physical activity interventions in children and adolescents and the effects of nutritional manipulation on cognitive and functional performance in older adults. Professor Mike Duncan Sport and Exercise Scientist

“My research is inspired by trying to understand the ways in which exercise can influence human performance and health. I aim to understand the impact of exercise on a range of variables including health and cognitive performance in diverse groups including elite athletes, children, older adults and people who are overweight and obese.”

We are committed to making a substantial contribution to some of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most challenging issues through our applied research.

Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: C600 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/C600 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview This course gives you the opportunity to learn how the healthy human body works during exercise, how to prevent or rehabilitate following injury, as well as how sport and physical activity promote health. Endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), it will prepare you for a variety of graduate level careers in industry, professional sport, health and education, providing you with a strong scientific understanding of human physiology, psychology, anatomy, biomechanics and biochemistry. The programme has been mapped against the British Association for Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accreditation framework, which covers practical ability in laboratory techniques, reflective practice, theoretical basis of the physiology and psychology of sports and exercise.

Why Sport and Exercise Science at Coventry University? • B ased in the state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building, with cutting-edge facilities including indoor running track, environmental chamber and extensive exercise science laboratories • E xpert lecturers in areas including health, strength and conditioning, biomechanics and nutrition, many conducting ongoing research and consultancy • Strong employer links include Coventry City Football Club, Coerver Coaching and NHS clinical services. Possible careers for graduates • • • • •

Sport scientist Strength and conditioning coach Performance analyst Elite sports coach Teacher

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation Our Sport and Exercise Science degree is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), enabling you to apply for accreditation following a period of supervised experience as a sport and exercise scientist.

Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: BC96 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/BC96 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview Sports therapists use sport and exercise principles to optimise sport preparation and injury risk management within recreational, training and competitive environments. Able to assess trauma, they often give first aid, attend to injuries and provide sports massage pre- and post-activity, implementing appropriate rehabilitation programmes and referring patients on for specialist advice and intervention when appropriate. Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists (SST), this degree aims to provide the essential foundations of knowledge and to develop your clinical practice skills, which should put you in an excellent position for future careers within the therapy profession. Containing a mix of practice and theory, you will have the opportunity to learn to critically analyse scientific information and evidence, gaining a sound understanding of the techniques and methods required by sports therapy practitioners.

Why Sports Therapy at Coventry University? • Top 7 for Sports Therapy in the Complete University Guide 2019 • High levels of student satisfaction – 100% overall in the latest National Student Survey (NSS) 2018 • Based in the state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building with fully-equipped sports therapy suites, physiology and biomechanics labs featuring gold-standard equipment such as Alter G treadmill, Isokinetic Dynamometry, bod-pod and Vicon 3D motion analysis • From the second year onwards engage with ‘live’ clients in our on-site sports therapy clinic and as immediate responders offering ‘pitch-side’ support to our student teams and organisations • Partnerships with a number of local sports clubs and clinics to facilitate hands-on experience • E xpert staff with research expertise covering injury risk management, evaluation of treatment interventions, nutrition, physiology and psychology. Possible careers for graduates • • • •

Sports therapist Cardiac rehabilitation specialist Exercise referral specialist Teacher

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation This course is accredited and recognised by the following bodies: Society of Sports Therapists (SST) meaning that on successful completion of this course you will be qualified to work as a sports therapist with professional teams, clubs or private clinics.

Food and Nutrition BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: DB64 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/DB64 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview With a greater awareness of food and nutrition alongside issues of food quality and safety, these areas have become key issues impacting upon society. Our course is designed to prepare the next generation of food professionals and scientists to sustainably promote and protect consumer health. Focused on nutrition, health, food science and food safety, our course provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of the complex commercial nature of the food industry, as well as the interactions between food composition, metabolism, diet, health and behaviour. The course provides a sound scientific and technical knowledge of food and nutritional sciences. We will help to develop your understanding of the practical side of applied food science and nutrition, examining the nature of raw food materials across the food chain, their transformation into products and the effects of these processed products on our health and wellbeing.

Why Food and Nutrition at Coventry University? • Ranked 11th for Food courses (Complete University Guide 2019) • Ranked 3rd for Food Sciences Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2019) • Gain hands-on experience of a wide range of techniques, such as sample extraction, purification and analysis, in our well-equipped laboratories, based in the new multi-million pound Alison Gingell Building • Access to kitchen facilities for nutritional testing and tasting sessions • Staff research expertise and high quality publications in the disciplines of biochemistry, cell biology, genomic and molecular biology, microbiology, pharmacology, food chemistry and analysis, nutrition and physiology • Strong industry links with professional agencies and potential employers. Possible careers for graduates • • • • • • •

Nutritionist Researcher Health promotion Public health officer Quality auditor Food safety inspector Industrial food scientist

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers

Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: B400 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/B400 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview As the number of people with diseases and disorders associated with physical inactivity and poor nutrition rises, the quality and safety of food, and the nutritional impact of what we eat on human health and development, has never been higher in the public awareness. This degree aims to enhance your understanding of the scientific basis of nutrition with an emphasis on human health and disease. A multidisciplinary course, it draws on the expertise of academics from biological and analytical sciences, public health and dietetics to provide an integrated course, centred on human nutrition and healthy eating, food safety and regulatory processes, food analysis and public health. You will have the opportunity to learn about the dietary requirements of individuals from pre-pregnancy to old age, the psychosocial factors affecting food choice in modern society and the science of behaviour change, as well as how good nutrition enhances wellbeing and can help manage or prevent disease. Taught in a variety of settings, including laboratories and a purpose-built kitchen for nutritional testing sessions, you will have the chance to develop the analytical and practical skills required by employers – working with accuracy and precision to obtain data and results.

Why Nutrition and Health at Coventry University? • Ranked 11th for Food courses (Complete University Guide 2019) • Ranked 3rd for Food Sciences Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2019) • Based in multi-million pound state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building which provides facilities for teaching and research, featuring access to state of the art laboratories and analytical equipment • Gain hands-on experience of a wide range of laboratory techniques such as methods for proximate analysis, texture and rheometry testing alongside more traditional analysis of volatile and non-volatile food materials • Staff research expertise and high quality publications in the disciplines of biochemistry, cell biology, genomic and molecular biology, microbiology, pharmacology, food chemistry and analysis, nutrition and physiology • Strong industry links with professional agencies and potential employers. Possible careers for graduates • • • • • • •

Nutritionist Researcher Health promotion Public health officer Quality auditor Food safety inspector Food analyst

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers

Food Safety, Inspection and Control BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: D600 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/D600 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview The safety and authenticity of the food we eat and the hygiene of food premises that prepare and serve food is of paramount importance. This is reflected in the work of government agencies, regulatory bodies and local councils who have responsibility for food safety. Individual food producers, suppliers and catering outlets also require knowledge and understanding of their responsibilities and legal requirements. This is a versatile and exciting degree course which encompasses a variety of food issues with both a UK and international food focus. The areas which we cover include Food Regulation and Law, Food Microbiology, Food Inspection, Hygiene Management, Food Fraud and Global Food Sustainability. This course is designed to meet the needs of the food industry and regulatory agencies by covering skills including how to assess food safety risks, advise on food hygiene and safety, inspect food and food premises, and understand and apply legislation relating to food. Accreditation This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).

Why Food Safety, Inspection and Control at Coventry University? • Ranked 11th for Food courses (Complete University Guide 2019) • Ranked 3rd for Food Sciences Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2019) • Based in multi-million pound, Alison Gingell Building which provides facilities for teaching and research, featuring access to state-of-the-art laboratories and analytical equipment • The second year of this degree covers the academic content of the Higher Certificate in Food Control, which needs to be completed by anyone who wishes to develop their career in Food Inspection, recognised by Local Government and the Food Standards Agency • E xpert teaching team who aim to impart their own research and professional experience into their teaching, alongside organised visits from practitioners and professionals from industry and various regulatory authorities • Practical based teaching sessions including the opportunity to take part in inspections of food and food premises and to prepare and present a court prosecution case • Strong links with a number of Local Authorities and food industries. Possible careers for graduates • Food safety inspector • Public health officer • Quality auditor Note: further qualifications/training may be required for some careers

Analytical Chemistry and Forensic Science BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: FF14 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/FF14 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview Responding to the growing demand for analytical scientists both nationally and internationally, this course is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of modern analytical chemistry, preparing you for a career in contemporary science. Analytical chemistry techniques are used in a diverse range of industries – from medical, pharmaceutical and environmental analysis to cosmetics and food manufacture. Alongside molecular sciences, they are also used extensively during the investigation of criminal offences, in areas such as toxicology, fibre analysis, fingerprints, questioned documents, the analysis of blood, DNA and fire/explosives residue.

Why Analytical Chemistry and Forensic Science at Coventry University? • B ased in the multi-million pound Alison Gingell Building featuring a suite of analytical and biological laboratories, a video linked ‘crime-scene’ house and the largest Class II containment teaching lab in Europe • E xperienced staff, many of whom bring professional or research expertise to their teaching in the areas of toxicology, environmental analysis, pharmacology, biochemistry, genomic and molecular biology • Scene of crime outfit, laboratory coat and safety spectacles provided for use • Strong network of professional agencies and potential employers and excellent research links. Possible careers for graduates • • • •

Analytical scientist Forensic scientist Research scientist Laboratory positions

This degree allows you to practice techniques to build forensic evidence records and oversee investigations from ‘crime scene to courtroom’. The applied nature of this course not only provides a stimulating academic experience, but also means that you have extensive opportunities to graduate as an all-round analytical chemist with a thorough training in the applications of forensic science.

Biological and Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: CF94 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/CF94 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview This exciting course blends the study of human biology with the rigorous scientific techniques used in forensic laboratories, including analysis of blood, fibres, fingerprints, drugs, documents, DNA and fire/explosives residue to solve crime. If you are interested in working in the fields of human bioscience or its application to forensic science, this course will help to prepare you to design, implement and evaluate appropriate investigative techniques. Our experienced staff adopt a ‘Crime Scene to Court’ approach to their teaching, which really helps you to understand forensics, in particular the need to methodically collect samples, analyse them and present the results to the standard required by the courts.

Why Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University? • E xcellent student satisfaction ratings – 92% overall and 96% for the quality of teaching (NSS 2018) • Ranked 5th for Graduate Prospects in the Complete University Guide 2019 • Based in our new Alison Gingell Building, which provides an outstanding learning and research environment, featuring a video-linked ‘crime scene’ house, outstanding analytical laboratory facilities and the largest Class II containment teaching laboratory in Europe • Hands-on experience of a wide range of laboratory techniques such as gene amplification using PCR, gene sequencing, cell culture, flow cytometry, tissue staining, protein detection and bacterial growth • Strong network of professional agencies and potential employers and excellent research links • Scene of crime outfit, laboratory coat and safety spectacles provided for use • Free student membership of The Chartered Society of Forensic Science for final year students. Possible careers for graduates • • • •

Forensic scientist Research scientist Laboratory positions Teaching

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

Biomedical Science/ Applied Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: B940 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/B940 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview Key contributors to modern healthcare, biomedical scientists play a vital role in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease, monitoring and inventing new treatments and cures by developing advanced diagnostic tools or novel therapeutic strategies. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), which is required for practice within the NHS, this broad-based science degree integrates a wide range of subjects to promote the understanding of how the human body works and the biology of disease. Our extensive links with leading healthcare and research laboratories enable us to ensure course content is relevant to contemporary industry practice. Particular emphasis is placed on the specialist areas of biomedical science: clinical biochemistry, medical microbiology, cellular pathology, haematology, immunology and genetics.

Why Biomedical Science at Coventry University? • R anked 5th for Graduate Prospects in the Complete University Guide 2019 • S tate-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building featuring a suite of analytical and biological laboratories – including the largest Class II containment teaching laboratory in Europe – where you can gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge industry techniques • On successful completion, you can apply for entry into NHS Health Care Scientist registration training programmes • Successful completion of Applied Biomedical Science course provides eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC • E xtensive links with employers, such as the NHS, university research labs, public health laboratories and biotech companies. Possible careers for graduates • • • • • •

Biomedical scientist Research scientist Physician’s assistant Laboratory positions Teaching Technical and scientific writing

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). Applied Biomedical Science is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Human Biosciences BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: C110 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/C110 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview Human Biosciences embraces some of the most rapidly changing and dynamic areas of modern science, in recent years responsible for an array of ground-breaking scientific discoveries in human health and disease. This exciting degree can potentially lead to a range of research and health related careers in biomedicine and health. The broad range of subjects covered, such as microbiology, molecular biology and medical genetics, together with immunology, physiology and cell biology, are of increasing importance in medical research and underpin the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), enabling you to join as an associate member (AMSB) during your studies, our degree aims to enhance your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease at the tissue, cell and molecular level, throughout the lifespan.

Why Human Biosciences at Coventry University? • H igh levels of student satisfaction – 94% overall in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2018 • Ranked 5th for Graduate Prospects in the Complete University Guide 2019 • Based in new state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building, which provides facilities for teaching and research, featuring a state-of-the-art super lab – the largest Class II containment teaching laboratory in Europe • Hands-on experience of a wide range of laboratory techniques such as gene amplification using PCR, gene sequencing, cell culture, flow cytometry, tissue staining, protein detection and bacterial growth • E xtensive links with employers, such as the NHS, university research labs, public health laboratories and biotech companies. Possible careers for graduates • • • • •

Research scientist Biomedical scientist Laboratory positions Teaching Technical and scientific writing

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) – students are eligible to become Associate Members of the Royal Society of Biology.

Medical and Pharmacological Sciences BSc (Hons)

Course information UCAS code: BB92 www.coventry.ac.uk/ug/BB92 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich (study abroad/work placement) Overview This broad-based science degree will suit students who wish to pursue careers in integrative medical and pharmacological science or are interested in focusing on drug development. It was designed in response to the growing demand for a new breed of scientist who can apply scientific knowledge and skills to speed up the critical task of translating laboratory medical research into commercially-ready medical technology and drugs that can be used to diagnose and treat patients. This emerging area of science is known as ‘translational medicine’. Following British Pharmacological Society (BPS) guidelines, this course is designed to give you a solid foundation in areas of biology that support an understanding of pharmacology. We apply pharmacology and physiology to topics including diagnosis, understanding and treatment of disease, classical clinical trial design and health outcomes, supported by our excellent laboratory facilities.

* Additional costs may apply. Please check with the membership body for details.

Why Medical and Pharmacological Sciences at Coventry University? • O utstanding track record in graduate employability with 93% of graduates in work or further study after six months (DLHE 2016/17) • Multi-million pound Alison Gingell Building featuring a suite of analytical and biological laboratories – including the largest Class II containment teaching laboratory in Europe • Gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge industry techniques such as flow cytometry, mass spectrometry, high performance liquid chromatography, and confocal microscopy • E xcellent links with the NHS as well as UK and international pharmaceutical companies • Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Pharmacological Society and the Royal Society of Biology*. Possible careers for graduates • • • • •

Biomedical scientist Pharmacologist Research scientist Laboratory positions Teaching

Note: further qualifications are required for some careers, e.g. teaching Accreditation This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

Next steps Open days

Scholarships

University Open Days and Experience Days take place on Saturdays and include presentations, campus and accommodation tours, advice, workshops and the opportunity to sample our activity-led learning approach.

If you are a truly outstanding candidate we may be able to offer you a Coventry University Scholarship.

Book your place at our next open day at www.coventry.ac.uk/opendays

Entry requirements

Drop-in events Our Wednesday afternoon drop-in events are a good option if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pushed for time. You will have the opportunity to meet staff and students and ask any questions you may have. Student-led tours These weekday tours average around 90 minutes and give you a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective on the University and their own experience.

Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/scholarships

Please check the University website www.coventry.ac.uk for detailed information about each course. How to apply For further details regarding how to apply, please visit www.coventry.ac.uk/ugapplynow

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