Biomedical Science Clearing
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This page contains more information about our biomedical science degrees. Learn about what you’ll study and how we’ll prepare you for your future career.
Interested in understanding human health and the diagnosis and treatment of disease? Want to join a generation of scientists training to defeat viruses like Covid-19? Then our biomedical science clearing courses are for you.
We’ve designed our biomed clearing courses to be tailored around you and your future career. Two of our biomedical science degrees in clearing have a range of optional modules that you can take in your third year according to your interests.
Whether your passion lies in understanding the molecular basis of diseases, developing innovative therapies, or contributing to public health policy, our biomedical science clearing courses provide the foundation and flexibility to shape your aspirations into reality.
Biomedical Science Courses in Clearing
On our biomedical science clearing courses, you’ll learn how to apply the principles of biology for medical purposes. Our degree programmes are designed to help you develop the lab skills needed to become a highly employable biomedical scientist – or embark on a career in medical laboratory research.
When you join the University of Salford’s biomedical science course, you will be based in our advanced, integrated teaching laboratory, known as the Bodmer Lab. This specialist, purpose-built facility ensures you’ll learn using the latest, cutting-edge technologies.
At Salford, we welcome you into a supportive environment where you are a name, not a number. You will benefit from small group teaching and one-to-one support from your course tutors, providing you with the chance to learn from active research staff.
Biomedical science courses in clearing also have a strong practical focus, with the option of undertaking industry placements – a great opportunity to gain some hands-on experience and make those early career connections.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year
The foundation year of this four-year programme aims to provide you with an understanding of the subject, to allow you to progress on to the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course.
If you’re interested in learning how to apply biology-based science to clinical medical situations, then our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year is for you. At the University of Salford, we encourage industry-focused learning. Students have previously had the chance to visit local pathology laboratories and speak with external NHS specialists.
Career support is offered throughout your Biomedical Science clearing degree. Our GEMMS (Graduate Entry Medicine Mentoring at the University of Salford) provides mentorship in interview techniques, debating skills, and ethical scenarios. We’ll also help you prepare for your future career by providing support on job applications, mock interviews and help with finding work experience.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
Our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), which means it meets their requirements for receiving up-to-date knowledge in the right learning, support and teaching environment. Studying an accredited course shows employers that you have the knowledge and skills they are looking for in graduates. Studying one of our accredited biomedical science courses in clearing also provides greater employability prospects and enhanced competitiveness in a crowded global jobs market.
You will have the option to take an industry placement year between years two and three of this course. Although you will be responsible for securing your placement, a tutor will support you, monitor your progress and assess your final placement report. Recent biomedical science students have completed placements with leading laboratories at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester Royal Infirmary, and Aintree Hospital.
Career support is offered throughout your Biomedical Science degree. Our GEMMS (Graduate Entry Medicine Mentoring at the University of Salford) provides mentorship in interview techniques, debating skills, and ethical scenarios. We’ll also help you prepare for your future career by providing support on job applications, mock interviews and help with finding work experience.
BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year
Our BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year will help you prepare by providing you with a basic, but essential, understanding of biological principles that underpin the field.
If you’re interested in human biology and want to have a career in developing new ways to treat and eradicate disease, then our human biology course will give you a solid foundation on which to build highly specialised and advanced expertise.
On your Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree, you’ll receive career support to prepare you for your future career. Our GEMMS (Graduate Entry Medicine Mentoring at the University of Salford) provides mentorship in interview techniques, debating skills, and ethical scenarios. We’ll also help you with job applications, mock interviews and help with finding work experience.
BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases
Combining aspects of immunology, human physiology and infectious diseases, our BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases course will set you on a career path to help develop and treat infectious and non-infectious diseases found across the world. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), this course will deliver a solid academic background that will impress future employers and make you stand out in the crowded global jobs market.
On this course, you will have the option to undertake a relevant industry placement in a clinical or research-based setting. Recent Human Biology and Infectious Diseases students have completed placements at Manchester’s Wolfson Imaging Centre and Clinical Epidemiology Unit.
This degree is ideal for those looking for careers in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, public health, health care, scientific innovation, food manufacturing, teaching, and scientific communication. Today, you will find our graduates working with leading organisations such as Cancer Research UK and AstraZeneca, both in the UK and overseas.
On your Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree, you’ll receive career support to prepare you for your future career. Our GEMMS (Graduate Entry Medicine Mentoring at the University of Salford) provides mentorship in interview techniques, debating skills, and ethical scenarios. We’ll also help you with job applications, mock interviews and help with finding work experience.
Thomas's story
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science student, Thomas, tells us how studying this course and his placement in haematology led to him securing a job in the NHS.
Karolina's story
Karolina, who's studying our BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree, tells us why she chose to study at Salford:
“I have always been fascinated by the human body. I want to know every process, structure, function and fault. I fell in love with Salford during an Open Day, and I admire how big its reputation is becoming. My lecturers are incredibly supportive and, if you’re a dedicated student, they will recommend you for opportunities that will make you stand out from the crowd. After completing my course, I am considering either a physician associate position or a PhD on either microbiology or pathophysiology – there are so many opportunities available to me because of this course!”
Contact us
If you have a question about studying any of our courses, or you’d like to learn more about joining the University of Salford, contact our friendly team today on +44 (0)161 295 4545 or enquiries@salford.ac.uk.
What can you do with a biomedical science degree?
A biomedical science degree can be applied to a range of industries including science, medicine and research. If you're thinking of studying for a biomedical science degree, then you could pursue a variety of careers including:
- Biomedical scientist
- Forensic scientist
- Microbiologist
- Clinical research associate
- Medical research scientist
Our Biomedical Science course is accredited by the Institute for Biomedical Science (IBMS). If you choose to complete the IBMS registration portfolio while on placement, you can apply directly for grade 5 biomedical scientist positions and Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration.
How hard is a biomedical science degree?
Studying any STEM subject can be challenging, and a biomedical science degree is no exception. It requires you to cover a lot of disciplines including genetics, human anatomy and cell biology. However, if you're passionate about solving public health issues and improving healthcare, then you'll succeed. There are good practices that you can put in place that will help you manage your studies. These include maintaining good attendance, reading resources provided by lecturers and making time for yourself to recharge. If you find your studies overwhelming, there will be support available from your lecturers and university support staff.
What can I do with a human biology degree?
A human biology degree can form the foundation for a career in the health and science sectors, however there are many other diverse career paths that you could explore including:
- Research scientist
- Pharmacologist
- Biotechnologist
- Academic researcher
- Physician associate
Our Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree is ideal for careers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, public health, health care, scientific innovation, food manufacturing, teaching, and scientific communication. Today, you will find our graduates working with leading organisations such as Cancer Research UK and AstraZeneca, both in the UK and overseas.
Is a human biology degree hard?
Like many science-related courses, a human biology degree involves in-depth studies of anatomy, genetics, physiology and biochemistry. However, if you have a strong passion for biology and a solid foundation in science, then you will succeed at your BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree. There are methods of ensuring your degree doesn’t become too overwhelming, including practising good time management and making time for yourself to recharge. If you find your studies difficult, there will be support available from your lecturers and university support staff.