BSc Biomedical Sciences
Entry requirements
A level: BBB IB: 34 points with 6, 6, 5 at HL including in the degree subject(s) and at least two Science / Mathematics subjects. Biology at HL6 is preferred. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: ABBB. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher with two at H2 and three at H3. H2 is required in two Mathematics / Science subjects (Biology preferred). O4 in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Biology are also required.
About this course
BSc in Pharmacology and Cellular Molecular and Biochemistry, offering a comprehensive path through human biology and disease processes over four years. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme features a progression from foundational sciences in the early years to advanced topics and specialisation pathways in the junior and senior honours years. Students can conduct independent research projects or choose an optional year-long industrial placement in a professional setting.
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- The Cell
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Molecular Biology of the Gene (BI20M3)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Energy for Life (BI25M7)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- Human Anatomy A
- Human Anatomy B
- Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences
- Working Out? Placement & Career Skills
- Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology
- Neuroscience Research Topics
- The Molecular Control of Cell Function
- Architecture of Life
- Human Embryonic Development
- Human Movement Dissected
- Biochemical Pharmacology and Toxicology
- The Molecular Biology of The Cell
- Integrative Physiology
- Principles of Developmental and Reproductive Biology
- Epithelial Physiology
- Cardiovascular Physiology and Pharmacology
- Mechanisms of Disease and Principles of Chemotherapy
- Molecular Microbiology
- Genetics
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper
- Brain Function and Malfunction (with Anatomy)
- Developmental Neuroscience (with Anatomy)
- Staying Alive - Adaptation in Physiological Systems
- The Science of Aging - from Cradle to Grave
- Developmental Neuroscience
- Brain Function and Malfunction
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Current Topics in Pharmacological Research
- Honours Advanced Molecular Biology
- Industrial Placement