BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE at Canterbury Christ Church University

Biomedical Science operates in a regulated environment and needs well trained professionals with a knowledge of human physiology, human disease and genetics, as well as possessing strong laboratory and computer analytical skills.

This programme will provide you with knowledge in all these areas, as well as developing the practical skills desired by industry employers.

Through our ‘Added Value’ programme you will have the opportunity to undertake specialist training to meet your own individual career aspirations, including optional placements, internships and volunteer opportunities. You will also be encouraged to broaden your experience by interacting with a range of employers through the Life Sciences Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park in Sandwich, Kent.

You will explore areas including:

• Techniques in Clinical Laboratory Specialities
• Human Genetics and Human Disease
• Human Reproduction and Development

Why study Biomedical Science?

Biomedical Science graduates are involved in supporting health professionals and driving innovation through research. This innovative programme integrates Human Biology, Chemistry and Bioinformatics to develop well-trained graduates possessing employability skills vital for their future careers.

What will i study?

At level 4 you study subjects including biochemistry and biological chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, genetics and evolution and microbiology relating to human health. In addition, you develop analytical skills and a knowledge of statistics.

At level 5, you will deepen your knowledge of statistics, experimental analysis, and your knowledge of molecular biology. Students study human disease, analytical chemistry, molecular biology and biotechnology.

At level 6, you demonstrate your scientific competence and independence by devising and undertaking a piece of novel research which you present as a professional fully referenced scientific paper. You also develop skills in bioinformatics, and further your understanding of human physiology, immunology and cancer biology, reproduction and development and human disease and pathology.

At level 7, you will investigate the use of bioinformatics in “big data”, global health issues and look at the development of new drugs. In addition to this, you will undertake a Masters level research project.

What can i do next?

The programme allows graduates not only to enter a wide variety of career pathways, but also for those who wish to enter postgraduate study. The programme also forms a solid platform of knowledge permitting graduates to undertake subject specific training in areas such as human genomics, clinical biochemistry and clinical microbiology.