BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
Canterbury, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 22,700 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Biomedical science is the fundamental building block of medical practice. Without a deep understanding of the body, healthcare practitioners cannot diagnose and treat illnesses and diseases, such as cancer. At Kent, we equip you with the skill set you need for a successful career within the world of biomedical science or beyond.
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Accreditation
Our BSc Biomedical Science courses are accredited by the Institute for Biomedical Science (IBMS), meaning our graduates are eligible for Trainee Biomedical Scientist roles directly following graduation. Our courses are also accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), while our four-year Biomedical Science with a Sandwich Year course has Advanced Accreditation. Students graduating from RSB-recognised courses are eligible for associate membership and are entitled to two years’ membership at half price.
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Scholarships and Funding
We have a range of subject-specific awards and scholarships for academic, sporting and musical achievement.
Curriculum
Stage 1
- The Molecules of Life
- Enzymes and Introduction to Metabolism
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- Skills for Bioscientists
- Genetics and Evolution
- Chemical Concepts for Life Scientists B
- Biosciences Academic Advising and Skills Development I
Stage 2
- Molecular Genetics
- Bioscience Skills: Developing as an Independent Scientist
- Clinical Diagnostics
- Drugs and Disease
- Immunology
Stage 3
- Research Project
- Pathogens and Disease
- Haematology and Blood Transfusion
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Career Opportunities
Graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience. You'll also develop key transferable skills including research, critical thinking, analytical abilities and problem-solving.
Biomedical science is a rapidly evolving field for the transformation of healthcare from disease prevention to tackling new threats. Career prospects in Biomedical Science are thriving due to the regular use of molecular biology and molecular diagnostics in healthcare.
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Program delivery
How you'll study
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Independent Study
- Workshops
- Lab Work
Teaching and assessment
Teaching includes lectures, laboratory classes, workshops, problem-solving sessions and tutorials. You have an Academic Adviser who you meet with at regular intervals to discuss your progress, and most importantly, to identify ways in which you can improve your work further so that you reach your full potential.
Most modules are assessed by a combination of continuous assessment and end-of-year exams. Exams take place at the end of the academic year and count for 50% or more of the module mark. Stage 1 assessments do not contribute to the final degree classification, but all stage 2 and 3 assessments do, meaning that your final degree award is an average of many different components. On average, 26% of your time is spent in an activity led by an academic; the rest of your time is for independent study.
Contact hours
For a student studying full-time, each academic year of the program will comprise 1200 learning hours which include both direct contact hours and private study hours. The precise breakdown of hours will be subject-dependent and will vary according to modules.
Methods of assessment will vary according to subject specialism and individual modules.
Please refer to the individual module details under Course Structure.