Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) / 2014
This course broadly covers the fundamental aspects of cell and molecular biology, anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. It prepares you to pursue a career in medicine or research, or specialise in fields like forensic medicine, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, clinical trials coordination or biomedical product marketing.
By working alongside experts in Naples and professional laboratory researchers here in the UK, I learned about methods of investigation I never even knew existed, and gained real insight into what life might be like at the forefront of scientific discovery. Molly Osborne Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Third Year
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Three years, full time Apply through UCAS code B940, institution code S49 UCAS deadline is 15 January UK, EU and international citizens may apply Accreditation: Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Highlights
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Many of our biomedical science students progress onto further study in medicine or scientific research
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Our teaching is informed by the latest research and the course is designed to evolve with current practice
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You will undertake and present a research project based on your chosen specialism
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Careers advice embedded into our teaching
Learning
Teaching is delivered through a variety of methods including lectures and laboratory practicals, tutorials (including scenario based learning), self-directed learning schemes and computer-assisted learning programmes.
Degree structure
In the first two years, alongside your biomedical science modules, you share learning with medical and health science students at St George’s. This provides broad coverage of the fundamental aspects of cell and molecular biology, anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. In the final year students select taught courses to a total of 75 credits. Guidance is provided to assist you in making suitable choices of course combinations, according to the nature of your intended career. Valued at 45 credits, the research project is an important part of your final year. It enables you to carry out and present a defined piece of research or data analysis, and is supervised by academic and research staff at the St George’s laboratories.
Year one Modules Clinical Science Cellular and Molecular Biology Biomedical Skills and Technologies
Year two Modules Clinical Science Therapeutics and Investigation Biomedical Skills and Technologies
Year three Modules (30 credits) Biology of Cancer Science of Reproduction Images of Anatomy Clinical Neuroscience Immunity and Infection Development and Disease Genomics in Diagnostic Microbiology Therapeutics: protein to patient Modules (15 credits) Human Genetics Genes and Gene Expression in Eukaryotic Cells Behavioural Medicine Cloning Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine Clinical Aspects of Birth Defects Clinical Aspects of Cancer Genetics Human Cardiovascular and Respiratory Pharmacology Clinically Applied Musculoskeletal Anatomy Research project options (45 credits) Anatomy and Development Biochemistry and Immunology Human Genetics Clinical Laboratory Science Clinical Neuroscience Neuro and Cardiovascular Pharmacology Physiological Sciences Psychology Molecular Basis of Vascular Disease Behavioural Medicine
Assessing your progress
Progress is judged by a mixture of in-course assessment and written exams, and each year’s marks contribute towards your final degree. A variety of examination types may be used during the course, these include:
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Short Answer Questions
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Single Best Answer
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Calculation and data analysis problems
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Essay questions
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Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPEs) where you demonstrate knowledge of structure and function in the dissecting room
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Oral examinations where you answer questions from a panel of examiners
Your future
Biomedical sciences continue to provide a wide range of career opportunities both in the UK and overseas. You may choose to undertake research within a medical or biomedical science discipline or opt for clinical diagnostic laboratory work, forensic medicine, the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, clinical trials co-ordination, biomedical product marketing or technology transfer and product licensing. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Institute of Biomedical Science (depending on the modules taken) and the Health and Care Professions Council. This qualification is recognised internationally.
If you wish, ultimately, to pursue a medical career, St George’s is a good place to start, we offer two options to progress to medicine, on completion of your Biomedical Science Degree. Option 1: Biomedical science students are able to apply at the end of your second year as a new entrant to third year (transition) of Medicine MBBS. Offers to interview will be presented to eligible applicants with predicted first class or 2.1 degree honours. Option 2: Biomedical graduates or graduates in any discipline can apply to study Medicine MBBS (Graduate Entry) in order to pursue a medical career. Further information is available at www.sgul.ac.uk/courses Opportunities also exist to further specialise in Biomedical Science at Postgraduate level here at St George’s.
Entry requirements If you meet the minimum requirements set out below, you will be considered for a conditional offer. With the exception of GCSEs, all qualifications must be completed within a five-year period including year of application.
GCSEs or equivalent Grades
A* to C except for Maths, Science and English Language which must be at least grade B
Subjects
A minimum of eight subjects to include English Language, Maths and Double Award or the three separate sciences. If you studied under an educational system that did not include GCSEs we will consider your academic record at the equivalent stage. However, we will not accept Adult Literacy and Numeracy or Functional Maths in lieu of GCSEs.
A Levels or equivalent A Levels Grades
ABB
Subjects
Biology and Chemistry plus one other subject General Studies and Key Skills not accepted We do not take your AS Level grades into account A2 re-sits will be considered but you will be required to achieve higher grades
Adjusted criteria
If you are offering grades lower than ABB, your application will be considered if this achievement is 60% higher than the average performance of your school/college. International Baccalaureate
Award
Full award diploma (including Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay modules)
Scores
655 at Higher Level (HL) 555 at Standard Level (SL)
Subjects
Chemistr y and Biology (Score 6 at HL) Mathematics and English Language (at SL) Other qualifications
Cambridge Pre-U
Predicted grades D3, M2, M2 Combinations of individual Pre-U subjects and A Levels are acceptable
Degree
Non-science degree Actual/predicted grade of 2.1 honours With Biology and Chemistry at A Level (A2) at grade B
Scottish Highers
Three Advanced Highers at ABB, including Chemistry and Biology
European Baccalaureate
Overall grade of 75%, with 75% in both Biology and Chemistry
Irish Leaving Certificate
Five Highers at grades A2, A2, B2,B2,B2 to include Maths, English, Chemistry and Biology (achieved in one sitting) Applicants should list their junior certificate on UCAS form
English language IELTS
If English is not your first language while studying, evidence of your proficiency must be dated within the last two years.
Pearsons test
(International English Language Testing System) 7.0 overall (including 7.0 in written element, and no section less than 6.5)* 67 overall (including 67 in written element, and no section less than 61)* *Applicants who have sat the examination more than twice in one year will not be considered.
Applicants should list their junior certificate on UCAS form.
GCSEs or equivalent
A Levels English language or equivalent > i f first language > IB is not English > Other qualifications
Other essential criteria > personal statement
Other essential criteria Personal Statement
You must demonstrate a significant interest in science as a subject in its own right, have an awareness of current issues and include any other relevant information to support your application.
Application Please apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) by 15 January (the year of entry). www.ucas.com We do not interview for this programme.
Fees UK /EU
ÂŁ9,000 p/a*
International
ÂŁ13,650 p/a* *2013 entry fees are subject to annual review and change UK /EU students will not have to pay this cost upfront; students can apply for a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of tuition fees. And there are generous bursaries available to help students from lower-income families. Bursaries are also available for International students, check with your local government authority for further information.
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