The Biomedical Science (With Year Abroad) BSc (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is designed for aspiring scientists eager to understand the intricate mechanisms of human health and disease. You will delve into the core principles of pathology, cell biology, genetics, and medical biochemistry, exploring how these areas inform disease investigation and treatment strategies. This programme is ideal for those with a strong scientific curiosity and a desire to contribute to advancements in healthcare and medical research, offering a comprehensive grounding in a field critical to public health.
This full-time, four-year undergraduate degree, studied on campus, provides a robust curriculum including modules on cellular and transfusion science, microbiology, and immunology. You will develop essential practical skills in bioscience research and analysis, culminating in a significant biomedical and biological sciences research project in your final year. The optional year abroad offers invaluable international experience, broadening your perspective. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in medical research, clinical laboratories, and the pharmaceutical industry, with the potential to pursue state registration as a Biomedical Scientist.