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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Wolverhampton
Part Time
Sep 2026
6 Year
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science opens up opportunities for entry into a variety of careers associated with the field of biomedical science. Throughout this programme, you’ll develop specialist knowledge in the areas of anatomy and physiology, disease biology, molecular pathology, and cell biology. Building upon these core topics, our Biomedical Science course then focuses on each of the main pathology disciplines, expanding your appreciation of the role of biomedical science in the understanding of disease presentation, diagnosis, prognosis, and choice of patient treatment. An appreciation of good professional practice and the development of essential employability skills required for today’s competitive job market is also embedded in the course. Important practical techniques that will be covered throughout the course include DNA analysis, antibiotic resistance, tissue identification, blood grouping, and coagulation tests. In addition, you will have the opportunity to undertake an honours research project in your final year, allowing you to develop your skills further in an area of interest to you. Opportunities exist for students on the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course to undertake work placements in an NHS hospital laboratory. Students who are successful in obtaining placements will be eligible to transfer to the BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science. Full-time (3 years),Part-time (6 years)
To provide an understanding of the subject of chemistry and biochemistry (the study of life at the molecular level) through the structure and function of some of the major biomolecules and metabolic pathways.
The aim of this module is to ensure that the student has the underpinning knowledge of pathology, epidemiology, public health medicine, pharmacology and the psychosocial dimensions of health to provide the foundations for study in the Life Sciences division of healthcare science.
Biomedical Science is a practical subject. Success in many later modules relies on your ability in the scientific and practical skills of biomedical science. You will develop and enhance your skills through a series of lectures, workshops, practical classes and self-directed activities. From this module you will develop the scientific, practical and academic skills to enable successful study in practically-based biomedical science subjects.
The module studies cell biology, biochemistry and genetics through investigation of cell structure and organelles, enzyme action and metabolism and gene structure, function and expression.
This module aims to examine the structure of the human body, via examining human anatomy, and to look at the way in which the systems of the body function via studying human physiology. It also aims to apply this knowledge to help explain how dysfunction of body systems can lead to disease.
This module will introduce students to basic theoretical and practical concepts in medical and environmental microbiology.
The module will cover the theoretical knowledge base of cellular pathology underpinning the histopathological and cytological laboratory diagnosis and clinical management of both neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases
This module will cover the theoretical basis of genetic and genomic principles and demonstrate molecular biology techniques in a lab setting.
This module covers the physiology of haematological systems relevant to Biomedical Science, including haematopoiesis, the erythron, blood cell diversity and function, and haemostasis. It also covers the pathophysiology of disorders affecting these systems, including anaemias, haemorrhagic and thrombotic disease, malignancy of blood-forming tissues, and the role of transfusion science in the treatment of such disorders. The investigation of disease includes the theory and principles behind current laboratory tests, interpretation of data and practical laboratory skills. Classroom teaching (lectures, tutorials and workshops) will be balanced with laboratory-based practicals in which students carry out a variety of relevant manual and automated laboratory tests on blood samples.
Develop an understanding of the major concepts of immunology and explore the pracitical application of immunological principles in disease diagnosis.
This module will consider the theoretical and practical aspects of sample analysis for disease diagnosis in the clinical biochemistry laboratory within pathology and as a discipline within biomedical science.
This module will consider the theoretical and practical aspects of sample analysis for disease diagnosis in the medical microbiology laboratory within pathology and as a discipline within biomedical science.
The module aims to provide an understanding of the disease mechanisms in immunological diseases and enable appreciation of the application of laboratory investigations in clinical immunology in the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease.
This module develops the application of the skills and knowledge acquired in 5BM062 to a clinical setting, and covers the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of common metabolic & endocrine diseases. Topics will include: Disorders of carbohydrate metabolism, especially diabetes mellitus and its complications. Endocrinological disorders including hypothalamic, pituitary, thyroid, adrenal and gonadal function; Disorders of lipid metabolism & cardiovascular disease; Inborn errors of metabolism; Liver disease; Renal disease; Calcium metabolism and bone disease. The module will link the aetiology and pathophysiology of diseases to their pharmacology, treatment and monitoring.
This module aims to expand and develop your understanding of the principles and practice of cellular pathology focusing upon a range of pathologies affecting a number of organ systems and the diagnostic strategies and skills used to identify them.
Introduce the application of clinical genetics to disease identification, disease prevention and treatment
This module covers the application of the skills and knowledge attained in 5BM045 to a clinical setting, and covers the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of haematological disorders. Topics will include disorders of all haematological cell systems, coagulopathies, haemoglobinopathies and transfusion practice. A thorough understanding of routine and specialised laboratory tests and interpretation and communication of results will form the basis of the module, leading to a sound understanding of pathophysiology and therapeutics.
Clinically important microorganisms will be studied using a body system based approach. Examples of infectious diseases in the respiratory tract, genitourinary and gastrointestinal tracts, skin, blood and central nervous system will be reviewed. Aetiology, pathogenic mechanisms, clinical presentation, and treatment for selected medically important microbial pathogens will be investigated.
This module will look human development and reproduction, in terms of anatomy, physiology, theories underpinning experimental manipulation of embryos, plus reproductive technology and the study of andrology. It will also examine human life cycles, stem cells & regenerative medicine.
You will evaluate and showcase you practical and professional skills by reflecting on your practical and employability skills gained throughout the different modules during your studies. You will complete a portfolio of evidence that can be presented to potential employers as evidence of your experience in the laboratory setting and graduate attributes.
You will undertake a research project, in an area relevant to your discipline, from conception to completion.
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