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BSc Biomedical Science
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Biomedical science sits at the boundary between biology and medicine, applying the methods and insights of the life sciences to the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. It is the discipline that underpins clinical laboratory medicine, encompassing areas such as biochemistry, haematology, immunology, microbiology, histopathology, and genetics. Biomedical scientists are the professionals who carry out the diagnostic tests that inform the vast majority of clinical decisions in the NHS and healthcare systems around the world, making this a field that is as socially vital as it is scientifically demanding. At the University of Derby this part-time programme includes a foundation year, giving you the grounding in science and study skills needed before you progress to the main degree. A sandwich year, a year abroad, and a work placement are also incorporated, providing extended professional experience in healthcare or research settings. You will study the biological and chemical basis of disease, the techniques used in clinical and research laboratories, and the principles that underpin quality assurance and patient safety. The programme focuses on the latest advances in medical research with direct relevance to preventing ill health and prolonging life, and its clinical relevance makes it well suited to students who want their studies to connect directly to the realities of healthcare. Biomedical science graduates are well placed for careers in NHS laboratory medicine, research, the pharmaceutical industry, and related healthcare fields. Many graduates pursue registration with the Health and Care Professions Council by undertaking a period of supervised practice in an accredited NHS laboratory. Others move into pharmaceutical or biotechnology research and development, clinical trials management, or science education. Postgraduate study in biomedical science, clinical biochemistry, immunology, or related disciplines is a common path for those seeking to specialise further or move into research careers.
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