• Biomedical Science involves the study of disease, drugs and other topics related to human health.
• The biomedical sciences are made up of the followig disciplines; biochemistry, haematology, immunology, microbiology, histology, eytology, bacteriology and transfusion (blood) technologies.
• In the UK the term 'biomedical scientist' is a protected title used by professionals working within the pathology department of a hospital. This group of healthcare professionals is the secondlargest profession registered by the Health Professions Council but not all students who study biomedical sciences end up working as biomedical scientists. Many graduates continue in pharmaceutical companies or other research institutes.

Entry requirements

260 UCAS points to include 2 Science A levels one must be either Biology or Chemistry (other subjects accepted as a science: Psychology, Physics, Maths & Geography). GCSE English Language, Maths & Double Science (or 2 single sciences) at Grade C or above

BTEC Nationals (NQF/QCF) in Applied Science only at DMM. GCSE English Language, Maths & Double Science (or 2 single sciences) at Grade C or above.

Successful completion of Access to HE with Merit Profile in 45 credits at Level 3 (other science related access courses will require evaluation to check the scientific content).

We are pleased to accept all qualifications included in the UCAS tariff points system (e.g. International Baccalaureate, key skills). More information about our entry requirements.

Study routes

• Part-time 5 years
• Full-time 3 years
• Sandwich 4 years

Location(s)

• College Lane Campus

Professional accreditation

Eligible for state registration as a Biomedical Scientist and membership of the Institute of Biomedical Science.