Applied Biomedical Science, BSc Hons at University of Greenwich

Our degree in applied biomedical science provides the academic, professional and laboratory skills you need for a career as a biomedical scientist in the medical diagnostic and research sectors.

The sandwich version of our applied biomedical science degree includes a training placement in an NHS lab to give you valuable hands-on experience. If you already work in an NHS lab, you have the option of studying a shorter version of the course part-time.

As well as providing a firm grounding in biomedical science, your studies will give you a range of transferable skills. These include improved communication, problem solving and case study analysis. The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, the professional body for biomedical scientists in the United Kingdom.

What you should know about this course

•  Our degree is accredited by the profession
•  Opportunities to train in an NHS laboratory for a year
•  The course provides a foundation in human disease
•  You will focus on real-life clinical case studies to enhance your understanding.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

Students go to a range of companies and organisations of varying sizes for their placements, including large multi-national firms, government agencies, the NHS and small to medium sized companies engaged in research, analytical services and manufacturing. 

• Previous students have worked in: Eon, Dyson, ADEY, PS Analytical and E-liquids, GSK, NHS hospitals.
• IAESTE (British Council) placements to Brazil, Dubai and Poland.
• We have a dedicated team to search for and inform students about relevant opportunities and help students prepare for interviews.

How long is my placement?

Students can undertake a summer placement for between 6 weeks to a maximum of 3 months which can be related to a credit rated course at level 6, or can be undertaken for work experience, acknowledged by a Certificate of Industrial Experience. Students are also encouraged to apply for sandwich placements lasting between 9-12 months which sit between the second and third year of the degree.

What are the financial arrangements?

The Faculty expectation is that students are as far as possible treated like other employees of the company or organisation. It is expected that students on sandwich placements will be paid throughout their time with the company. In some cases, students on summer placements have had expenses only covered
by the company. Students on sandwich placements are required to pay a reduced fee to the University for their placement year.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

You will acquire the necessary academic, professional and laboratory skills for current and future employment as a Biomedical Scientist in medical diagnostic and research environments.

Are internships available?

Interns can gain valuable employment experience within the faculty – subject to resources. Personal tutors will be able to advise students on where to access course internships.

Do you provide employability services?

We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. We have an Employer Partnerships Manager developing relationships with companies to provide placement and employment opportunities. Other members of the team focus on helping students to develop their knowledge of job markets, production of effective CVs, cover letters and application forms, understanding HR selection processes, preparing final year students for graduate job applications and applying for placements.