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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Luton Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Biomedical scientists play a crucial role in advancing our knowledge when it comes to diagnosing, preventing, and curing disease. This degree sets you up to make a significant contribution to scientific progression in the field through applied learning, practical experience and employment-focused skill development. You start with the foundation sciences that underpin much of modern medicine before exploring rapidly advancing areas such as biotechnology and vaccine development.
Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement- This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS).- On graduation, you can apply for NHS trainee biomedical scientist positions where you will develop your skills further to obtain the Health and Care Professions Council’s (HCPC) portfolio accreditation to register as a biomedical scientist who meets the industry’s strict requirements.
Facilities and Specialist Equipment- Recently built STEM building with specialist labs, bespoke teaching spaces and group study hubs.- High-spec cell culture lab and analytical science suite.- HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines alongside facilities for qPCR and protein purification, for cutting-edge biotech experiments.
Partnerships and Collaborations- Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works with industry professionals across the pharma-biotech, health and food sectors, including Glaxo Smith Kline, Life Science Group and GrowPura. Our collaboration within the sector help you establish links and gain valuable work experience.
Your Student Experience- Our focus on real-world applications and practical-based learning prepares you for fulfilling employment in this specialist field. - Learn from our research-active academics, highly qualified individuals contributing to progress in sectors such as cancer pathways and medicine development. - Expand your career prospects by developing widely transferable workplace skills, from statistical techniques and scientific communication to independent research and critical thinking. - Get involved in interactive masterclasses and workshops from leading experts including Rothamsted Research; Glaxo Smith Kline; MSD Merck; and the UK Health Security Agency. - Gain additional lab-work experience via the Student Skills Lab scheme where you can try out techniques for real-world applications, under the guidance of recent graduates. - Take part in field trips to prominent industry and R&D settings. - Build your network of professional contacts at our annual STEM Careers Expo. Keep up to date with the latest developments in the field thanks to our strong links to industry partners.
Application deadline
29 January
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129th
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Campus address
University of Bedfordshire, Park Square, Luton, Luton, LU1 3JU, England