The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with a Placement Year in NHS at the University of East Anglia is designed for aspiring professionals eager to contribute to human health through laboratory-based diagnostics and research. You will explore the molecular and cellular foundations of human disease, focusing on how this knowledge is applied in diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment. This undergraduate degree provides a comprehensive grounding in key disciplines including molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and human physiology, all within the context of critical health challenges. You will develop essential laboratory skills and professional competencies crucial for a career in this vital scientific field.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, this programme immerses you in the practical application of biomedical science. Your second year focuses on understanding disease processes within clinical laboratory investigations, covering areas like blood science and clinical genetics. The third year offers an invaluable placement year within an NHS Trust laboratory, where you will gain direct experience as a trainee biomedical scientist and work towards completing the IBMS training portfolio. You will graduate with the practical expertise and professional accreditation pathways needed to pursue careers in NHS medical laboratories or further research.