Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons)

Modules

This course has a common first year The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).Common first year coursesBiological and Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons)Human Biosciences BSc (Hons)Pharmacology BSc (Hons)Year One ModulesHuman physiology: Homeostasis and Health - 20 creditsGenetics, Heredity and Evolution - 20 creditsStructure, Function and Analysis of Biomolecules - 20 creditsCell Communication, Structure, and Function - 20 creditsThe Microbial World - 20 creditsApplied Techniques in Biology - 20 creditsYear TwoIn Year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with infectious disease and immune defence, genetic basis of disease, haematology and blood disorders, cellular basis of disease and metabolic and endocrine disorders, among others. ModulesGenetic Basis of Disease - 20 creditsInfectious Disease and Immune Defence - 20 creditsHaematology and Blood Disorders - 20 creditsCellular Basis of Disease - 20 creditsMetabolic and Endocrine Disorders - 20 creditsBiomedical Science Professional Practice - 20 creditsPlacement YearThere’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final YearYear three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from years one and two. You could also work on a large final project in an area of your interest, with the support of a mentor and your Academic Personal Tutor. ModulesMedical Microbiology and Virology - 20 creditsClinical Biochemistry and Immunology - 20 creditsCancer Biology - 20 creditsClinical Haematology and Transfusion Science - 20 creditsResearch Design in Biomedical Science - 20 creditsIndependent Project in Biomedical Science - 20 creditsWe regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Professional bodies

• Health and Care Professions Council
• Biomedical Science, Institute of