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BSc Biomedical Science

Queen's University Belfast

Institution
Queen's University Belfast
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biomedical Science
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
B940
Typical offer
A-level AB, IB 33

Entry requirements

A level: AB (in any order in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry) B + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR A (Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry) AB including a second science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grades 6,5 (in any order) in Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grade 6 in Biology or Chemistry and Higher Level grade 5 in a second Science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.

About this course

BSc in Biomedical Science, exploring the sciences related to medicine and diagnostic laboratory practice. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Entrepreneurship. This degree holds accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Science.

Modules

  • Human Structure and Function
  • World of Microorganisms
  • Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
  • Molecular Basis of Life
  • Professional Skills for Scientists 1
  • Fundamentals of Microbiology
  • The Sciences of Disease
  • Professional Practice in Biomedical Science
  • Professional Skills for Scientists 2
  • Principles of Cell Biology
  • Clinical Genetics
  • Research Project
  • Molecular Markers of Disease
  • Biology of Human Infection
  • Clinical Biochemistry