The
following information was taken directly from Brunel University's
printed undergraduate prospectus.
"This
course aims to build your understanding of the main subject
areas in biosciences with special emphasis on Immunology.
The modern biomedical scientist needs to be familiar with
a wide range of subject disciplines. This is why our Biomedical
Sciences degrees provide all students with a robust grounding
in core subject areas.
Themed degree pathway and model options give you the opportunity
to develop your own programme according to your interests
and career aspirations. You will develop transferable
and professional skills appropriate to a wide range of
careers in health care, industry and academia.
Level 1 is core and gives a grounding in cellular and
biochemical processes. Practical lab skills and research
skills (IT, communication, information retrieval/analysis,
etc) modules are included to prepare you for the practical
nature of the subject.
At level 2, we introduce more formally the biochemical
and molecular processes which are altered in various human
diseases. The Professional Skills modules develop employability
skills alongside the practical skills.
At level 3, you are given as much choice as possible to
allow you to follow your interests. For your major research
project, you are likely to be associated with one of our
research centres and your project will normally be clinically-related.
Work placements
Our students have worked with a range of employers, including:
Glaxo SmithKline
Parexel International Ltd
Cancer Research UK
Forensic Science Service
Health Protection Agency
Career
opportunities
Studying biomedical sciences will equip you with a range
of transferable skills that will enable you to follow
the career you want after graduation. We also give our
students the opportunity to develop skills and competencies
needed for employment through a unique, credit-rated module
at level 2, which is delivered in partnership with employers,
the Career Service and work placement office.
A substantial proportion of our graduates go on to obtain
higher degrees by research or by study for further qualifications
such as medicine, dentistry, ophthalmology or teaching.
Typical
modules
Level 1 core
• Biology of the Cell
• Biochemistry: Structure and Function
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Research Skills
• Practical Skills in Biomedical Sciences
Level
2 core
• Cellular, Molecular and Immunobiology
• Principles of Human Disease
• Professional Skills
• Genetics and Development
• Metabolic Regulation
• Disease Causing Organisms
• Analytical Biochemistry
Level
3
• Final Year Project
• Medical Microbiology
• Genomic Medicine
• Medical Immunology
• Medical Biochemistry
• Forensic Investigation
• Biology and Treatment of Cancer
• Cellular Pathologies
• Endocrine Disorders
• Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology
If you may have further questions or concerns about this
program at Brunel University in west London or for other
programs please contact
representative Popabroad for more information.
