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Course Overview

Working in partnership with clinicians and other healthcare professionals, biomedical scientists are at the forefront of the NHS and private healthcare services, undertaking a broad range of clinical laboratory investigations in cancer, toxicology, pathology, immunology and infectious disease control.

This degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and provides the knowledge and clinical laboratory skills required by a professional biomedical scientist. You explore fundamental concepts of human anatomy and physiology, cell biology, pathology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology and microbiology. You develop employability skills including good laboratory practice, COSHH assessments, health and safety policies, the Human Tissue Act, quality assurance and transferable skills including verbal and poster presentations, written reports, independent research and teamwork. In the first year, you develop knowledge in the fundamentals of biological, chemical and physical sciences, as well as numerical, communication, practical and learning skills. Successful completion of your first year enables you to proceed confidently on to the remainder of your degree course.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

Year 1 entry

96-112 UCAS tariff points

You must have studied at least one relevant subject at Level 3. Eligible subjects include:

Biology
Chemistry
Applied Science

Typical Level 3 qualifications include:

A levels (within a minimum of grade C from one relevant subject)
BTEC Extended Diploma
Access to HE Diploma

Alternative equivalent UK and international qualifications and subjects are also considered. If you are not eligible for Year 1 entry, we also offer this course with an integrated foundation year

Direct entry to later years
If you have previously studied a relevant subject at a higher level (HNC, HND, or one or more years of a degree at another institution) we can consider you for direct entry to Year 2 or Final Year of this course. Please provide us with a complete detailed transcript of your previous studies with your application to help us determine your eligibility for advanced entry.

Applicant Days
If you receive an offer to study with us you may be invited to attend one of our Applicant Days. This is a great opportunity to learn more about studying at Teesside by exploring our campus, seeing our excellent facilities, meeting staff and students, and finding out more about your course.

The Applicant Day provides you with information, guidance and advice to help you make the right choice. Even if you have attended an Open Day we encourage you to attend the Applicant Day - we are confident you will find your visit a useful experience.

Non-EU international students
Non-EU international students who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet the minimum English language requirement.

Fees

Fee for UK applicants

  • Full-time: £9250 a year
  • Part-time: £4500 (120 credits)

Fee for international applicants

£13000 a year


This information was accurate on : 06/05/2021
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