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BSc in Biomedical Sciences

Brunel University London

London, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 20,450
Country Rank#39
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 77

Program Overview

BSc in Biomedical Sciences is offered by Brunel University London UK. The course duration is 36 months.
The human body runs on complex internal processes, with cells and organs functioning in incredible ways to make us who we are. But, what happens when our health is compromised? This dynamic biomedical sciences degree is perfect for those with a fascination of how we work and how we treat human diseases.
At Brunel, we understand that your interest in biomedical sciences at this stage may be very broad and perhaps you're not ready to specialise. For this reason, we have made our Biomedical Sciences BSc flexible. As you continue through your degree, you can pick your own options and tailor your course to fit your interests. You can even switch over to a specialist pathway in the second year so there's no need to feel pressurised to commit to a specialist area yet.
The Royal Society of Biology has awarded its accreditation to all of Brunel’s biomedical sciences undergraduate programmes. This means you can be confident that our Biomedical Sciences BSc will prepare you for the working world – and your prospective employers will know this too. You'll receive a one year’s membership as an Associate Member once you graduate, integrating you into the sector with access to key contacts and up-to-date knowledge.
In your final year you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to our research programmes in cellular and biochemical pathways, the regulation of gene expression, DNA repair and immunological responses to microbial infection. This will give you first-hand experience of real-world laboratory research and prepare you for your future career.

Course Content
You'll study a range of areas relating to human health from stem cells and genetic manipulation through to food safety. The content of the programme means that you will graduate with an understanding of the main subject areas in biosciences and medically related research.
Year 1 includes practical lab skills and research skills, alongside a taster of the various pathway options.
Year 2 introduces the biochemical and molecular processes which are altered in various human diseases. You'll also develop your employability skills in the 'Career Skills' study block.
The placement year will follow year 2, if opted for.
In year 3, you're given as much choice as possible to follow your interests. Your only compulsory module will be the 'Final Year Project'. This will be a research project, which allows you to bring together the skills developed during years 1 and 2.
This course can be studied 3 years full-time or 4 years full-time with placement, starting in September.
Year 1
Compulsory
- BB1702 - Biochemistry: Structure and Function
- This module aims to introduce students to important classes of biomolecules and the ways in which these molecules interact and change in living organisms to generate useful energy.
- BB1720 - Biology of the Cell
- In this modules students will receive a broad introduction to the understanding of living organisms at the cellular level through the study of genetics, cell biology and microbiology.
- BB1718 - Career Planning and Innovation
- This modules aims to develop a range of transferable, career planning and innovation skills.
- BB1706 - Critical Thinking 1
- This module aims to introduce and develop biological sciences critical thinking skills.
- BB1701 - The Human Body: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
- This module aims to comprehensively introduce the students to the anatomy and physiology of the human body and to provide the background knowledge required to understand disease processes.
- BB1719 - Introduction to Data Analysis
- In this module students will develop a range of transferable IT, mathematical and problem solving skills.
- BB1704 - Practical Skills in Biomedical Sciences
- This module aims to develop the competences required in basic laboratory skills.
  Year 2
  Compulsory
- BB2703 - Career Planning
- This module aims to develop recognition and awareness of skills and competencies needed to gain employment.
- BB2708 - Data Analysis
- This module teaches students to develop an awareness of data analysis, presentation and interpretation.
- BB2709 - Genetics, Genomics and Human Health
- This module provides students with a deeper understanding of molecular and cellular aspects of microbial genetics, new tools of genetic engineering, present day genomic technologies and the post genomic era.
- BB2711 - Human Pathology and Immunology
- This module provides students with an understanding of clinically important human disease with emphasis on underlying molecular mechanisms, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment including the innate and adaptive immune system and conditions associated with the dysregulation of the immune system.
- BB2704 - Molecular and Cellular Biology
- This module aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of molecular biology of enzymatic processes within prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
  Optional
- BB2710 - Analytical Biochemistry
- This module aims to provide an understanding of a range of biochemical techniques used for clinical research and diagnosis.
- BB2713 - Developmental Genetics and Stem Cell Biology
- This module provides students with an understanding of embryogenesis and foetal development through the study of developmental mechanisms in model organisms and the role of stem cells in development.
- BB2716 - Medical Microbiology
- This module aims to give an understanding of medically important pathogens and infectious diseases, including epidemiology, diagnosis, clinical symptoms, therapeutics, vaccination and public health importance.
- BB2730 - Metabolic Regulation
- This module aims to provide an understanding of biochemical processes relevant to human health from the molecular and cellular levels to the whole organism level.
  Year 3
  Compulsory
- BB3091 - Final Year Project
- The module aims to provide the students with experience of in-depth and independent project work. FYP topics are related to staff expertise and include a broad range of both non-laboratory and laboratory-based projects.
  Optional
- BB3704 - The Biology and Treatment of Cancer
- This module aims to provide a detailed understanding of cancer, including the genes involved in carcinogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment.
- BB3707 - Cellular Pathologies
- This module aims to develop the students’ knowledge and understanding of the molecular and cellular causes of particular diseases.
- BB3714 - Endocrine Disorders
- This module aims to study a selected range of endocrine disease processes, including origins and treatment, at the biochemical and molecular level using a case-based problem solving approach.
- BB3706 - Gene Therapy and Related Technologies
- This module aims to provide an understanding of the genetic basis of human disease, its origins and the importance of molecular technologies to provide information to treat to genetic defects. It will introduce how the human genome project was achieved using DNA sequence technologies and how this information was used to create the Encyclopaedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE). Novel mechanisms that control of gene expression at the RNA level in the form of non-coding (NC) RNAs is discussed. This module then describes treatment of diseases by gene therapy.
- BB3701 - Genomic Medicine
- This module aims to introduce students to the principles of understanding medicine from the post-genomic perspective, to explore genome organization by integrating genomic, molecular and cell biology approaches, and to use this integrated view of the human genome as a tool for understanding mechanisms responsible for a specific set of Mendelian diseases known as genome instability syndromes and common diseases in the context of genome wide association studies (GWAS).
- BB3703 - Medical Biochemistry
- This module aims to give students an understanding of selected specialist areas in biochemistry: steroid hormone biosynthesis and actions, cholesterol and calcium homeostasis.
- BB3720 - Medical Immunology
- Study advanced immunology with up-to-date knowledge of molecular and cellular interactions in the immune system, and learn to apply immunological principles to the current understanding of various biological and clinical processes and mechanisms including cancer, transplantation, autoimmunity, pregnancy and aging, and immune intervention. Teaching will include information of the current research undertaken in Biosciences.
- BB3710 - Methods in Forensic Investigation
- This module aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the main methods of forensic investigation encompassing basic scene of crime analysis through to molecular biological methods of human identification.
- BB3716 - Microbial Pathogenesis
- This module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of cellular and molecular basis of microbial pathogenesis and host-pathogen interaction.
- BB3733 - Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology
- This module aims to give students an understanding of drug metabolism and the mode of action of specific drugs.
Entry Requirement
English language requirements
- IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)
- Pearson: 59 (59 in all sub scores)
- BrunELT: 58% (min 55% in all areas)
- TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
Fees & Scholarships
2022/23 entry
UK
£9,250 full-time
£1,385 placement year
International
£20,450 full-time
£1,385 placement year
Fees quoted are per year and may be subject to an annual increase. Home undergraduate student fees are regulated and are currently capped at £9,250 per year; any changes will be subject to changes in government policy. International fees will increase annually, by no more than 5% or RPI (Retail Price Index), whichever is the greater.
Fees for EU applicants – For entry in 2022/23 academic year, eligible EU applicants will have the same tuition fees as UK students to continue our support during this transition period. These fees will be applied for the duration of the course.
Career Prospect
Whatever your future goals are, your biomedical sciences course is focused on helping you achieve your career ambitions. Whether you want to work as a Cancer Research Scientist, a Forensic Scientist or a Science Journalist – the employability teaching blocks at Brunel provide a personalised approach towards developing your skills. You’ll work on improving your CV and your interview techniques, as well as attending careers events and carrying out research projects with academics.
Each year, we hold a Biomedical Sciences Careers Fair, where you’ll have the opportunity to network with some of the biggest names in the business, such as GlaxoSmithKline, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Parexel, Age UK and Royal Brompton Hospital NHS Foundation.

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800Cr+

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