BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science Healthcare Science Practitioner 鈥� Degree Apprenticeship
Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Preston Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Our Applied Biomedical Science degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). You'll study health and disease and learn how the human body functions during normal and diseased states.
This biomedical science degree apprenticeship will give you an in-depth understanding of the human body in health and disease. It is accredited by the IBMS, which is essential if you want to work in hospital pathology laboratories. You'll learn by studying practical and theoretical modules. Helping you to gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about patient treatment in a lab setting.
Year 1 provides a sound theoretical and practical framework covering:
biochemistry
microbiology
physiology and pharmacology
key laboratory skills.
In Year 2 you'll develop analytical and critical skills and study in detail areas such as:
human physiology
metabolism
molecular biology
enhanced practical and research skills
The final year of the course covers a range of specialist modules taught by expert staff. You'll complete a research project, which will allow you to integrate your acquired theory and skills.
Why study with us
We tailor learning to prepare you for a career in the NHS. You'll be guaranteed work placements in NHS pathology laboratories. This will allow you to complete a portfolio to achieve HCPC registration.
Taught by internationally recognised research-active scientists and biomedical scientists.
Our Biomedical Science course ranked 1st in the Northwest for graduate prospects. (Complete University Guide 2022).
Why choose a Degree Apprenticeship?
With a Degree Apprenticeship, you get a great qualification and a career boost. Its the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through work-based learning, as you earn.
Grow and nurture your talent through the forward-thinking businesses we collaborate with.
Who is this course for?
The course is for individuals who want to work within NHS pathology labs and progress into a career as a Biomedical Scientist.
Future careers in Biomedical Science
Our BSc Applied Biomedical Science degree provides a government-prescribed route into NHS pathology. Biomedical scientists are employed in a range of areas including, hospitals, industry and the Civil Service.
All the necessary accreditations are in place for you to pursue a career as an NHS biomedical scientist.
As a graduate, you can follow a career in areas such as:
- the bioscience industry
- diagnostic and pathology laboratories
- toxicology
- public health
- medical research
- bioengineering
- bioinformatics
Former graduates include many NHS biomedical scientists and research scientists. Graduates have also gone on to pursue further studies in dentistry or medicine.
Tuition fees
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拢 17,325per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
University of Central Lancashire
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University League Table
87th
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Campus address
University of Lancashire, University of Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, Lancashire, PR1 2HE, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
49th out of 83 10
8th out of 32 5
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Entry standards
/ Max 214133 62%43rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10079.0 79%44th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.18 79%17th
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Entry standards
/ Max 163111 68%19th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10068.0 68%2nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.28 82%10th
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