Biomedical Science with a Year in Industry MBiomedSci
Department of Biomedical Science
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A Levels AAA Other entry requirementsUCAS code B911
Duration 5 years
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Related subjects Biomedical Science Medicine Physiology Biology Developmental and Cell Biology Neurosciences Cell Biology
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Undergraduate Admissions
Department of Biomedical Science
Telephone +44 (0)114 222 2319
Email bmsadmissions@sheffield.ac.uk
Website sheffield.ac.uk/bms/prospective_ug
Department of Biomedical Science
1st in the UK for medical research excellence
Research Excellence Framework 2014
7th in the UK for biological sciences
The Times Good University Guide 2019
Top 5 for biological research
Research Excellence Framework 2014
Course description
You'll study everything from the gene to whole body systems. We want you to graduate with a thorough understanding of the genetic and molecular processes that underpin the development, structure and function of the human body in health and disease.
The first two years give you a grounding in the molecular and cellular basis of life. You will have the opportunity to carry out human dissection, supervised by a member of staff.
In your third year you will have the opportunity to go on out on work placement. These placements range from research and laboratory based positions through to clinical development, regulatory affairs and marketing. Each year, our students work for global pharmaceutical companies including Eli Lilly, Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline in roles like Translational Neuroscientist and Associate Clinical Data Scientist, or for FMCG organisations like Jacobs Douwe Egberts developing new coffee flavours.
In the fourth year, we expect you to be more independent. You'll have the opportunity to specialise in areas that interest you, for example medical sciences, molecular physiology, neuroscience, developmental biology and pharmacology. We ask for more critical thinking from you at this level and a better understanding of existing research. You will also complete a research project of your own. If you haven't been on work placement then there is another opportunity to do so at the end of the fourth year.
The fifth year focuses on developing your research skills. You'll work on an extended project in a research laboratory. You'll also explore areas such as ethics, the law and the public understanding of science.
If you want to study biomedical science, but don't meet the entry requirements to go straight into the first year, our Biosciences with a Foundation Year could be for you. After successfully completing the one-year programme, you'll progress onto the first year of your chosen degree.
Financial help from the University - bursaries
If you're a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant - you don't have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Grades |
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| A Levels | AAA, including two science subjects |
| A Levels + Extended Project Qualification | AAB, including two science subjects + A |
| International Baccalaureate | 36, 6 in two Higher Level science subjects |
| BTEC | D*DD in Applied Science, Medical Science or Forensic Science. Grade A in an A Level science subject is required. Specific BTEC units are required - for further details see: www.sheffield.ac.uk/bms/study/prospective_ug/applying/entry. Reformed: D*DD in Applied Science, Medical Science or Forensic Science |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3 D3 D3, including two science subjects |
| Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers | AAAAB + AA, including two science subjects in both |
| Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | A + AA in two science subjects |
| Access to HE | Entry requirements for mature students |
| Other qualifications |
Other UK qualifications
Other EU/international qualifications |
Other requirements
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| If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the department | |
Modules - what you study and when
The modules listed below are examples from the last academic year. There may be some changes before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department direct.
Department of Biomedical Science website
First year
Core modules:
| Introduction to Biomedical Science | |
Second year
Optional modules:
Third year
Optional modules:
Fourth year
Optional modules:
Fifth year
Core modules:
| Laboratory Research Project | |
| Retrieval and Evaluation of Research Information | |
| Critical Analysis of Current Science | |
| Ethics, the Law and Public Awareness of Science | |
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers.
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Learning and assessment
These figures give an indication of how you'll learn and be assessed. They're a combined average of all the years of the course. The learning and assessment percentages could vary depending on the modules you choose.
| Learning | |
| Scheduled teaching | 13% |
| Independent study | 67% |
| Placement | 20% |
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Assessment |
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| Exams/tests | 36% |
| Coursework | 50% |
| Practical | 14% |
Department of Biomedical Science
You'll be taught by leading scientists who are respected experts in their chosen fields. Cutting-edge research takes place in our department, and there are opportunities for you to get involved.
Our research-led teaching ensures you'll gain knowledge and understanding from the forefront of modern biology. The extensive research infrastructure, including advanced microscopy and sophisticated molecular screening facilities, is integrated into our teaching.
The timetable is a mixture of lectures, practical classes, projects and tutorials. To enhance your experience, there's a virtual learning environment with interactive course materials. Throughout your course, you'll have a personal tutor to give you advice and guidance.
What our graduates do
Many are employed in the biomedical research, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Others choose further study, completing PhDs and masters courses in the biosciences, or study in areas such as medicine, veterinary science, physiotherapy and teaching. Our students have also gone on to careers in the scientific civil service, the NHS, the software sector, Medical communication and management. Others have launched their own businesses.
Student profile
Our lecturers are leading experts in their fields. Their research is helping fight disease and save lives. You'll have the opportunity to carry out human dissection, supervised by a member of staff. We also have a forensic anatomy module where you get the chance to do facial reconstruction and DNA fingerprinting experiments.
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Undergraduate Admissions
Department of Biomedical Science
Telephone
+44 (0)114 222 2319
Email
bmsadmissions@sheffield.ac.uk
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