University of Westminster
Course Introduction
Biomedical science is concerned with the detailed study of the human body, both in health and disease, with emphasis on the diagnosis and understanding of disease states and the mechanisms involved. This course has been designed to prepare students for careers in medical diagnostic, pharmaceutical and research environments. It provides you with a thorough education in the disciplines required to understand and investigate disease, and enables you to develop your career in a variety of pathways in biomedical sciences.
Course Modules
Foundation Year:
Academic Skills Module
Biology & Human Biology
Chemistry I – Inorganic and Physical
Chemistry II – Bio-organic
Bioscience in Action
Year 1 (Credit Level 4)
Subjects of study include:
Application of Biological Sciences
Biochemistry
Biological Chemistry
Botany
Cell Biology
Critical Skills for the Biomedical Sciences
Functional Anatomy
Fundamentals of Pharmacology
Human Physiology
Principles of Nutrition
Year 2 (Credit Level 5)
Subjects of study include:
Applied Pathobiology
Bioinformatics
Human Parasitology
Medical Genetics and Genomics
Medical Genetics in Practice
Medical Physiology
Metabolic biochemistry
Molecular & Cellular Therapeutics
Infection and Immunity
Research Methods
Year 3 (Credit Level 6)
Subjects of study include:
Cellular and Molecular Pathology
Clinical Immunology and Immunohaematology
Diagnostic Biochemistry and Haematology
Medical Microbiology in the Genomics Era
Westminster electives
As part of your course you can take elective modules at Level 4 (no electives at Levels 5 and 6). Electives are an exciting opportunity to widen your experience at university and to gain skills and knowledge that will help make you more employable.
Start Date:
16/09/2019
Duration & Attendance | Qualification | Tuition fees | Fee type |
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4 years Full Time Including Foundation Year |
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons) | £9,250 | Home Fees |
4 years Full Time Including Foundation Year |
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons) | £9,250 | European Fees |
4 years Full Time Including Foundation Year |
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons) | £13,400 | Overseas Fees |