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Medical Biology BSc(Hons)/Medical Biology with Research Placement BSc(Hons)
Your course
The search for new ways to diagnose and treat diseases is one of the most challenging and exciting areas of science. During these courses, you’ll have the chance to gain knowledge and skills through exploring modules such as molecular and cellular biology, medical pharmacology and genomes and evolution. As you progress, you’ll be able to choose from advanced topics such as epidemiology and public health and applied molecular genetics. Through lectures, seminars and specialised lab sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from our academic staff with doctoral-level expertise in their subjects and experience across the biological sciences. In your third year, you’ll have the chance to step into the real world with a placement year in an organisation related to your area of interest or, if you choose Medical Biology with Research Placement BSc(Hons), a supervised research placement. This is when you’ll really be able to see your knowledge in action and develop valuable skills for your future career.
Example modules
• Molecular and Cellular Biology • Research Skills • Genomes and Evolution • Immunology and Infection
Your future
Graduates from our Biological Sciences courses can consider a wide range of career options in areas such as medical research, the NHS, molecular sciences, medical genetics, pharmaceuticals, developing scientific patents, medical sales or marketing, medical writing and teaching. Previous graduates from our courses in the subject area of Biological Sciences have gone on to work in roles such as Clinical Bioinformatician at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Laboratory Technician at ALS, Microbiology Medical Laboratory Technician at IDEXX Laboratories and Nuclear Medicine Sales Executive at Bartec Technologies.***
***LinkedIn and University of Huddersfield
If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 12. “I really enjoyed carrying out hands-on research as part of my degree. This and the course structure have refined my interests and prepared me for employment and entrepreneurship.”
Annie Omoregie, Medical Biology with Research Placement BSc(Hons)
Course info
Medical Biology BSc(Hons)
Course length:
3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year
Entry requirements:
A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBC* inc. B in a relevant Science subject/DMM in Applied Science**/112 inc. B in a relevant Science subject at A Level.
*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. **Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A Level at a minimum grade C.
Medical Biology with Research Placement BSc(Hons)
Course length:
4 years full-time inc. placement year
Entry requirements:
A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBB* inc. B in Chemistry and one other relevant Science subject, plus GCSEs Maths and English Language at grade 4/C. BTEC and UCAS points not applicable.
*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry.
Accreditations
Medical Biology is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Medical Biology with Research Placement has advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology.
