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International/EU: £13,995 per year (£1,200 for placement year)
Course summary
- Gain the skills and knowledge required to become a biomedical scientist.
- Apply the latest biological science to fields such as medical diagnosis of disease and illness.
- Research the causes and treatment of disease.
- Choose to transfer onto the MSci qualification.
- Have the opportunity to work abroad — with the possibility of Erasmus funding available for European placements.
Gain a broad-based education in biomedical sciences, its application and an insight into the impact of biomedical science within the clinical setting and scientific industry.
Optional transfer to the MSci qualification is aimed at students wanting to pursue a career in research and is suitable for students who achieve good results during years one and two of the BSc route.
Student View
How you learn
You experience a vibrant, challenging and supportive range of learning activities as you progress through the course. The overall aim of the programme is to give you sound preparation for a career in biomedical science.
You learn through
- lectures and seminars
- workshops
- laboratory classes
- mini-projects
- work placements
There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus programme.
Course leaders and tutors
Laura Cole
Lecturer in Biomedical ScienceLaura is Course Leader of the BSc Biomedical Science Course and fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Applied learning
Work placements
You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. We have excellent links with a range of NHS hospitals such as Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield Children's Hospital, Rotherham General Hospital and organisations such as Hammersmith Medical.
There are also placement opportunities for those interested in a career in industry or research, for example at Abbot Diagnostics, University of Sheffield research laboratories or Quotient Bioresearch. If you study abroad or do your work placement in another European country there may be funding available through the Erasmus programme (subject to the UK’s continued participation in the Erasmus programme following the Brexit transition period).
Networking opportunities
We have extra-curricular career-focused activities such as careers and job fairs, employer events, mentoring schemes, internship opportunities, volunteering and leadership awards.
Come to an open day
Find out more at our undergraduate open days. Book now for your place.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- academic research
- the industrial biotechnology sector
- heath services
- medicine
- clinical trials research
Some students go on to gain postgraduate degrees or PhD courses.
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for
- the NHS
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBS) and approved as a preliminary qualification for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Registration with the HCPC is required for employment as a biomedical scientist in hospital laboratories.
If you are employed in an approved NHS training laboratory and complete appropriate training, the IBS can assess you for a Certificate of Competence. This with your honours degree, means you can register with the HCPC after you graduate.
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of online lessons and face-to-face teaching with access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEquipment and facilities
On this course you work with
- industry-standard instrumentation
- high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and tissue culture
Entry requirements
All students
UCAS points
- 120
From A levels (including grade C in Biology) or equivalent BTEC national qualifications in Applied Science to include suitable biology modules. The study of Chemistry is useful, but not essential. We do not accept General Studies. We will consider a combination of qualification types.
- BBB at A Level including A level Biology.
- BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science DDM (please list units on your application).
BTEC Diploma in Applied Science D*D with relevant biology modules (please list units on your application) alongside other level 3 study. - A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.
GCSE
- English Language or English Literature at grade C
- Maths at grade C
• Access - an Access to HE Diploma from a relevant QAA-recognised Access to HE course which has mainly biology and chemistry related modules, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 15 level 3 credits should be graded at distinction level.
* GCSE English and mathematics equivalent
• equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
We strongly recommend that you tell us about any long term health conditions or disabilities you may have. This is so we can assess whether we can deliver the course in such a way that you can meet the course requirements and take part without disadvantage. You can contact our University student support staff on 0114 225 3964 (voice and Minicom) and explore any issues you may have.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 at the point of enrolment.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page. You can also watch a video guide on how to apply.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You can take an optional placement in year three.
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Bioanalytical Methods | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Cellular Biology And Biochemistry With Microbiology | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Humans: Genes, Anatomy And Physiology | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Introduction To Biomedical Science | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Professional And Scientific Practice 1: Labs | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Professional And Scientific Practice 1: Skills | Credits: 20 |
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Year 2
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Biomedical Investigations | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Genes To Proteins, Biochemistry In Action | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Immunology And Microbiology | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Pathological Basis Of Disease | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Professional And Scientific Practice 2 | Credits: 40 |
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Year 3
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Professional And Scientific Practice 3 | Credits: 20 |
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Final year
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Blood Sciences | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Cellular Pathology And Infection | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Research Project | Credits: 40 |
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| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Applied Biochemistry | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Bioethics And Bioinformatics | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Bioethics And Human Genetics | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Bioinformatics And Human Genetics | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Neurobiology | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Pharmacology | Credits: 20 |
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Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2021/2022 are £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2021/22 is £13,995 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Financial support for home/EU students
How tuition fees work, student loans and other financial support available.
Additional course costs
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