Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)

UCAS course code: B940

Duration:Three years full- time, three years part-time (you must be employed in a clinical laboratory), four years sandwich placement (optional).

Institution code: D26

2013/2014

UCAS Points

Minimum of 260 points

GCSEs

• Five GSCEs at grade C or above including Maths and English Plus one of the following:

Alevels

• Normally 260 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A levels including Human Biology, Biology or Chemistry at grade C or above

BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma - Science BTEC with Distinction/Merit/Merit (280) points
• BTEC National Certificate only in combination with other accepted qualifications. Must meet Science requirement
• BTEC National Award only in combination with other accepted qualifications. Must meet Science requirement
• BTEC Extended Diploma (3 A2s) - Science BTEC with Distinction/Merit/Merit
• BTEC Diploma (2 A2s) Science - BTEC Distinction* Distinction
• BTEC 90 credit Diploma - Only in combination with other accepted qualifications. Must meet Science requirement
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (1 A2) - Only in combination with other accepted qualifications. Must meet Science requirement
• BTEC certificate (1 A1) Only in combination with other accepted qualifications. Must meet Science requirement

Access course

Pass in Access to Science. English and Maths GCSE equivalency required, 12 level 2 credits in each subject.

Interview: No

Work Experience: No

International Baccalaureate:
28+ with 6 higher level points in Chemistry and another Science at Higher Level (preferably Biology)

International students:
If English is not your first language, we require an English language level of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Personal Statement selection criteria

• Clear communication skills, including good grammar and spelling
• Information relevant to the course applied for
• Interest in the course demonstrated with explanation and evidence
• If relevant for the course - work and life experience

Includes lectures, tutorials, seminars and computer-based learning allied to extensive laboratory-based practical work. A Virtual Analytical Laboratory (VAL) skills package enables you to develop practical laboratory skills in a virtual environment.

Assessment is based on coursework, group assessment, oral presentations and exams.

You will normally attend around 20 hours of timetabled taught sessions (lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions) each week and are expected to undertake at least 15 further hours of independent study to complete project work/research as required.

The first year provides a fundamental understanding of cell and organ function, cellular biochemistry, microbiology and the basic analytical skills of modern biomedical science.

In the second year you will begin to integrate normal body functions with common disease states such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The final year is predominantly disease-centred and you will complete an extensive individual research module.

A large proportion of final year lectures are delivered by Health Professions Council (HPC) registered Biomedical Scientists from local NHS pathology centres.

First year

• Basic Microbiology
• Structure and Function of Cells and Tissues
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Molecular Sciences
• Professional and Quantitative Skills

Second year

• Molecular Genetics and Genomics
• Biochemical Disease Processes
• Organ Systems Physiology
• Inflammation and Immunobiology
• Professional Skills 2
• Bioanalytical Instrumentation and Techniques

Third year

• Clinical Biochemistry
• Histopathology and Cytopathology
• Immunopathology
• Medical Microbiology
• Transfusion Science
• Haematology

This course offers an optional sandwich year giving you the opportunity to gain practical experience, usually as an employee of an approved NHS pathology centre (professional training which can lead towards eligibility for registration with HPC) or a research or industrial laboratory.

This experience often enhances employment opportunities following graduation. Those on the sandwich course are fortunate to benefit from their placements often being funded.

Previous sandwich placements have included: Health Protection Agency, Wickham Laboratories, Rutland Biodynamics, and the NHS.

This qualification provides eligibility for registration as a Biomedical Scientist with HPC after a period of clinical laboratory training, which may be undertaken either as sandwich placement or after successful completion of degree course.

Our graduates are therefore highly sought after by NHS Pathology centres, and work in diagnostic laboratories in both the public and private sectors, research institutions and the biotechnology industry.

Graduates have progressed in to roles such as; Biomedical Scientists, Laboratory Assistants, Associate Practitioners and Pharmacology Technicians in NHS pathology centres across the UK.

Our postgraduate courses offer opportunities to progress onto further study, including; the Advanced Biomedical Science MSc|.

UK/EU
Full-time	£9000
Part Time 2013/14
4 Year Course	£5925
6 Year Course	£3950
Per Module (15 Credits)	£988
Biomedical Sciences Integrated Vocational Pathway	£988
International
Full-time
Band 1	£10,750
Band 2	£11,250

Learn more about fees and funding information|.

You will benefit from investment in brand new teaching facilities. Specifically our modernised microbiology laboratory and virtual analytical laboratory resources package.

Apply through UCAS at www.ucas.com|

Health and Life Sciences Admissions
T: +44 (0)116 257 7700
E: hls@dmu.ac.uk|
W: dmu.ac.uk/hls|

The BMS courses offered at DMU include honours degree programmes in Biomedical Science and Applied Biomedical Science which is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and Biomedical Studies. Biomedical science is the term for the investigations carried out by biomedical scientists, usually working in the NHS, on samples of tissue and body fluids to diagnose disease and monitor the treatment of patients.

The accredited programme of study is usually taken over a three year time period with an opportunity to spend an additional year (usually between years 2 and 3) either in industry or in a NHS laboratory.

A certain number of places on this course are funded and supported by the NHS and include vacation-based training in hospital pathology centres. This is termed the 'integrated' Applied Biomedical Science coterminus route.

If you put De Montfort University as your first choice you may indicate interest in the 'integrated' funding on your UCAS form and email a statement of interest to Mr Peter Chimkupete via email at pchimkupete@dmu.ac.uk|. Prospective coterminus applicants will then undergo an interview selection procedure, as there are limited funded places.

Other course variations include the integrated vocational pathway BMS degree. This is usually taken by employees of NHS pathology laboratories and includes one day of study per week at DMU with vocational assessment of laboratory competence. In addition, the specialist modules can also be taken by those individuals requiring continuing professional development or ‘top up’ to make their own degrees suitable for registration purposes.

A MSc programme|, again accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, is also available for experienced biomedical scientitsts in NHS pathology laboratories in all the major pathology specialities who require a postgraduate qualification for career advancement. A professional doctorate programme is also available for NHS pathology biomedical scientists.

Recently a degree programme in Medical Sciences| has been introduced. It is aimed at students interested in a career in medical or healthcare professions. It integrates basic biomedical subjects with medical disciplines including genetics, immunology, physiology, toxicology and pathology. By using laboratory and clinical approaches, it takes students from 'bench to bedside' providing an understanding of the human body in health and disease.

Medical Science| is based on the research expertise and enthusiasm of academic staff within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences|. It has a strong research focus to provide students with a thorough knowledge of desk-top research, medical research methods and statistics, and evidence based medicine.

Students pursue their own research interests in a final year project working closely with staff at the university, or out on project placements, for example in local hospital laboratories.