Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
University of Plymouth
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Experience research-informed education by exploring the scientific basis of human health, disease and therapeutics. Youll benefit from a rich and varied learning environment that highlights recent developments and examines how these inform clinical and diagnostic practice. Receive the input of internationally-recognised researchers and NHS staff and open up a range of employment opportunities in both industrial and public research laboratories.- Stand out with a degree accredited by the ...Read more

Experience research-informed education by exploring the scientific basis of human health, disease and therapeutics. You'll benefit from a rich and varied learning environment that highlights recent developments and examines how these inform clinical and diagnostic practice. Receive the input of internationally-recognised researchers and NHS staff and open up a range of employment opportunities in both industrial and public research laboratories.- Stand out with a degree accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).- Delivered by the Faculty of Health and enhanced by links with healthcare professionals.- Develop practical skills, critical thinking and professional competence.- Taught components of the course are enriched by the varied research activities of staff within the school.- LABplus is a unique open access laboratory and resource centre designed for students studying science and engineering courses. The lab provides a flexible workspace, computing facilities, specialist software, access to microscopes, microscope cameras and bespoke resources. - Experience more with an optional placement year.- Gain a positive learning experience within a work setting that will support your studies and future employability – the school offers 12 work placements between Stage 2 and the final year of your programme.- The school typically offers a limited number of research summer placements – these are available at the end of Stage 1 and at the end of Stage 2. These competitive placements are available for students who demonstrate excellent performance in their studies and allow students to gain valuable research experience within the Biomedical Research Group.Progression optionsThis course has up to ten ring-fenced places available at the end of year 1 for progression onto medicine and dentistry. Applicants must meet the following requirements for consideration:- Minimum of AAB at A level to include A grades in Biology and one other science from Chemistry, Maths, Physics, or Psychology. General Studies will not be accepted.- Over 70% average across all Year 1 modules.- Satisfactory DBS check and Occupational Health screening.We also have an additional route for our Biomedical Science graduates. This involves an enhanced admissions process, as follows:- On track to gain 1st Class (over 70%) OR already holds a 1st Class Biomedical Science degree with us achieved in the two years prior to applying.- GAMSAT requirement waived.- Satisfactory performance in interview.- Satisfactory DBS check and Occupational Health screening.For further information regarding admissions and interviews please contact us at meddent-admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.

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70/101
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47th
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65th
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Tom
06 Dec 23

Really close to the outdoors and places to hike like Dartmoor and the Cornish coast. Also small city so easy to get around. The uni always seems to have building work going on and..Read more

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Niamh
05 Dec 23

All the lecturers are really helpful and always happy to help with any..Read more

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Accomodation- Room type – standard en suite (288): Cost: 199 per week. Total annual rent: 8,159 (for a 41-week licence).

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Tom
06 Dec 23
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Really close to the outdoors and places to hike like Dartmoor and the Cornish coast. Also small city so easy to get around. The uni always seems to have building work going on and...
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Niamh
05 Dec 23
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
All the lecturers are really helpful and always happy to help with any...
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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth is a modern campus university ideally placed in the centre of Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth, located on...

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Devon Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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