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Full-time, 2 years
Why choose this course
- Industry relevant practical lessons in scientific and clinical settings
- Theory that supports practical lessons and informs career or study choices
- Modules include immunology, neurobiology, clinical biochemistry and genetics
- Careers include laboratory analyst, assistant scientist and medical writer
- Possible progression to BSc Medical Bioscience or BSc Education with Biological Science
Overview
Are you interested in medicine, science and health related topics? Do current medical issues such as COVID-19 and genetic engineering spark your interest? Do you want to learn more within this field? Then our Medical Bioscience programmes could be just right for you.
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The FdSc and BSc Medical Bioscience programmes have a significant number of industry relevant practical lessons and skills are developed in scientific and clinical settings. These support learners to develop practical skills that are required by a variety of roles within the sector.
Theoretical content supports practical lessons and covers a wide range of topics within Medical Bioscience, this provides students with underpinning knowledge in key areas and helps inform career and/or further study choices.
Careers leading on from these programmes include; Analytical Support Chemist, Technical Support Scientist, Microbiology Support Scientist, Process Development Technologist, Laboratory Assistant, Senior Laboratory Technician, Assistant Scientist, Technical Specialist (Scientist), Quality Control Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Co-ordinator, Technical Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Analyst, Laboratory Research Assistant, Science Teacher, Medical Writer, Pharmaceutical Development/Sales and Charity/Support Work.
A part-time variant will be available in the 26/27 academic year.
What you’ll study, level by level
Levels 4 to 5 · 12 modules
This course includes the following compulsory modules that all students complete:
Level 4
- Introduction to Medical Biosciences
- Foundation Cell Biology
- Fundamental Genetics
- Microbiology - Principles and Applications
- Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Academic and Professional Skills
Level 5
- Emerging Trends and Innovations in Medical Bioscience
- Immunology in Human Health and Disease
- Neurobiology
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Essential Molecular Biology
- Advanced Academic and Professional Skills
All modules are 20 credits
Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.
How you’ll learn
You’ll learn through lectures, seminars and workshops.
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Practical and lab sessions
- Guest speakers
Read more about how you’ll learn
The primary way of delivering this course is on campus. On campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, practical lessons, small group seminars, workshops, guest lectures and one to one discussions with your tutor.
Students will receive approximately 14 hours of teaching per week throughout this course. Additional one-to-one meetings with tutors will provide further support.
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Where it can take you
This course is particularly relevant to people already working in, or looking to develop a career within scientific/medical research/laboratories- see above
Read more about careers and progression
If you wish to continue studying beyond this course, it will provide you with a strong academic basis to do so. Course progression routes could include the BSc Medical Bioscience or BSc Education with Biological Science upon completion of the FdSc Medical Bioscience. After completing the BSc in Medical Bioscience, learners could progress onto the following Masters degrees; MSc Translational Oncology: University of Sheffield, MSc Biomedical Sciences: University of Hull, MSc Pharmacology, MSc One Health: University of Lincoln.
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Entry requirements
Don’t have the standard qualifications? You may still be able to apply.
32UCAS points
32 UCAS points from A level or equivalent qualifications, significant experience within the sector OR Access to Higher Education, for example.
Taken a different path?
We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from a variety of backgrounds and situations. If you have been out of formal education for some time, and/or you do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help. Please get in touch to find out more.
Fees and funding
£8,190
a year for UK students
Financial support
UK students can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of their course and a maintenance loan to cover living costs.
We also have a range of other financial support available.
Additional costs
Your Tuition fees cover most costs associated with your course (including registration, tuition and assessment.)
There may be some extra costs that you might need to make, or choose to pay, for example:
• Books (you’ll have access to books from your module reading lists in the HE library, but you may want to buy your own copies)
• Printing and photocopying
• Trips and enhancement opportunities
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to include a White laboratory coat and UV glasses- you will be advised about these upon receiving an offer of a place on the programme.
If your course includes a work placement, you may be required to pay for a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
UCAS gives you an applicant ID to track your application. Apply direct and we’ll reply by email.
2
You hear back
Responses usually arrive between November and May: an unconditional offer, a conditional offer, or an unsuccessful application.
3
You get ready to start
Before you enrol we’ll need photo ID and copies of your certificates. Apply for Student Finance early.
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Level
Level 5
Duration
2 years
Study mode
Full-time
Awarding body
University of Hull
UCAS code
BMS1