Awards

Alternative Exit
Non Recruitable Target

Accreditation

Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
Health and Care Professions Council, the (HCPC)

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

All programmes within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences aim to provide graduates with a wide knowledge and understanding of core subject matter. Thus Biomedical Science (BMS) aims to provide graduates with an understanding of laboratory-based investigation of human health and disease. To provide a programme that is recognised and accredited by the IBMS and approved by the HCPC. To introduce students to the hospital environment in order to help them make informed choices about the direction of their education and training in Biomedical Science. To introduce the concepts of professional autonomy and accountability. To develop the skills required for the application of practice as a Biomedical Scientist and register with the HCPC. To develop study, information technology (IT),and communication skills to enable graduates to participate in lifelong learning. To develop skills in independent research to enable graduates to undertake postgraduate study. To encourage students to fully engage with the universities employability directives. 

Learning Outcomes

1.
Appreciate fundamental concepts and principles of subjects underpinning biomedical science, including biochemistry, cell and tissue biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology
2.
Maintain laboratory notebooks and prepare laboratory reports.
3.
Use laboratory equipment and reagents to prepare data.
4.
Analyse and interpret laboratory data relevant to the specialist subjects of cellular pathology, clinical chemistry, clinical immunology, medical microbiology, clinical genetics, haematology and transfusion science.
5.
Collect, record and interpret numerical data.
6.
Communicate effectively by discussions, written materials, use of images and presentations.
7.
Use information technology to prepare, process and present information.
8.
Identify targets and follow schedules to meet targets.
9.
Identify and work to collective goals and responsibilities and respect the views and opinions of others.
10.
Manage their own learning (work independently and within time limits)
11.
Employability skill: Analysis, problem solving & decision making.
12.
Understand that biomedical science is the integrated study of a range of human disorders and disease processes together with their laboratory investigation.
13.
Employability skill: Creativity & enterprise.
14.
Employability skill: Professional written & spoken communication.
15.
Employability skill: ICT skills & digital capability.
16.
Employability skill: Numeracy & financial literacy.
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Employability skill: Planning & organisation.
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Employability skill: Team working & collaboration.
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Employability skill: Leadership & mobilising others.
20.
Employability skill: Intercultural skills.
21.
Recognise the importance of the theoretical basis of research in biomedical sciences.
22.
Engage with the essential facts, concepts, and principles relevant to the biomedical science specialist subjects of cellular pathology, clinical biochemistry, clinical immunology, clinical genetics, medical microbiology, haematology and transfusion science.
23.
Critically evaluate information and data from a variety of sources.
24.
Apply planning, research methodology and analytical skills to the in depth study of a topic in a chosen field of study.
25.
Apply problem solving skills to the laboratory investigation of human health and disease.
26.
Apply strategies for the critical appraisal of laboratory methods.
27.
Plan and execute laboratory experiments with an awareness of good laboratory practice (GLP) and COSHH assessment.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Lead lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratory sessions, work-based learning (portfolio),workshops, poster sessions, case studies, literature analysis, problem solving, data analysis and self directed study. Coursework (essays, reports, reviews) examinations (essay style, MCQ and short answer, problem solving, data analysis) and poster presentations. Portfolio-based exercises. Lead lectures, tutorials, case studies, laboratory practical classes, research based teaching materials and methods, literature reviews, seminars. Written examinations, laboratory reports, research project reports, literature review manuscripts, seminars and case study reports. Practical laboratory classes, work placements in clinical laboratories, data handling workshops, problem-based learning, seminars and lectures Practical reports, portfolios, case study reports, project reports and written exams. Transferable/key skills are embedded in modules within the programme. Examples include the use of spreadsheet and computer packages to analyse data, seminars, oral presentations, reflective portfolios and research projects. Practical computer based exams on the use of IT, group seminars, oral presentations, project reports and portfolios.

Opportunities for work related learning

The degree programme contains 40 core credits of work experience to be completed in an accredited NHS Trust laboratory. Students are first introduced to the hospital environment in semester 2 of level 4 through an induction process and attendance at a four-week work placement during the summer. In semester 2 of level 5 the Hospital Laboratory Practice 1 module [5107BMBMOL] begins. This module also addresses the concepts of professional autonomy and accountability as well as enabling the students to develop the skills required for the application of practice in the work place. At the end of level 5, students continue their professional training during a 14-week hospital placement, the module is therefore assessed after this 14-week placement. At level 6 the students take Hospital Laboratory Practice 2 [6109BMBMOL] in semester 2 and complete their professional portfolio. Portfolio verification is completed during a further four-week placement. Students who successfully complete these two modules are eligible to apply for HCPC registration when they achieve their Honours degree.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

Students initially enrol on the Biomedical Science programme (32805) and those students wishing to undertake the Applied Biomedical Science route (31800) may apply when directed. Transfer is dependent upon fulfilling a set of transparent criteria, and is dependent on the availability of clinical placements. If more suitable students apply to … For more content click the Read More button below.

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

Students must achieve a pass mark in all assessment components for the following modules: 5111BMBMOL, 5110BMBMOL, 5112BMBMOL, 5102BMBMOL, 6113BMBMOL, 6111BMBMOL, 6110BMBMOL, 6109BMBMOL. In accordance with IBMS requirements credit may not be awarded by compensation on this programme.

Entry Requirements

A levels

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH02-05) medical sciences